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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Cardigan is to train and bus via Birmingham which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Cardigan is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Whitland via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Derby to Cardigan?

The distance between Derby and Cardigan is 263 miles. The road distance is 180.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Cardigan without a car is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs £190 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Derby to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Cardigan train from?

Derby to Cardigan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Where does the Derby to Cardigan train arrive?

Derby to Cardigan train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Derby to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Cardigan is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Derby to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 866+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Derby to Cardigan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Whitlandtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Haverfordwest / ...
6h 14m
£195–266
Train, bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
8h 44m
£43–69
Drive 179.3 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Cardigancar 179.3 mi
3h 44m
£45–64
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Cardigan Rugby Clubbus T5
7h 39m
£63–104

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Distance: 261.7 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Cardigan via Cardiff Central and Whitland in around 6h 14m.

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