What is the cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Derby?

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Derby is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 9h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Derby?

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Derby is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Bus Station via Sophia Gardens and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Derby. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Derby via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Derby?

The distance between Carmarthen and Derby is 227 miles. The road distance is 165.2 miles.

How do I travel from Carmarthen to Derby without a car?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Derby without a car is to train via Newport which takes 5h 31m and costs £90 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Carmarthen to Derby?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Carmarthen to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Derby bus from?

Carmarthen to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rose and Crown station.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Derby train from?

Carmarthen to Derby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Carmarthen station.

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Derby?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Derby is to train via Newport which takes 5h 31m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Derby bus arrive?

Carmarthen to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Carmarthen to Derby train arrive?

Carmarthen to Derby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Derby is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Carmarthen to Derby.

How do I get a train ticket from Carmarthen to Derby?

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There are 4 ways to get from Carmarthen to Derby by train, bus, or car

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Newport (S Wales)train Milford Haven - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
5h 31m
£90–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Sophia Gardensbus 508
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Cp2
3. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sky
9h 15m
£36–68
Drive 164.2 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Derbycar 164.2 mi
3h 33m
£42–60
Train
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Crewetrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
6h 31m
£94–149

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Distance: 225.6 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Carmarthen, Wales and Derby, England?

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Derby via Newport (S Wales) in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Bus Station via Sophia Gardens and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 9h 15m.

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