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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Carmarthen is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Carmarthen via Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Derby to Carmarthen?

The distance between Derby and Carmarthen is 236 miles. The road distance is 166 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Carmarthen without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 55m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Derby to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Carmarthen train from?

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

Where does the Derby to Carmarthen train arrive?

Derby to Carmarthen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Derby to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Carmarthen is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Derby to Carmarthen.

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

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

There are 711+ hotels available in Carmarthen.

Derby to Carmarthen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Derby to Carmarthen by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
4h 55m
£96–172
Drive 165.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Carmarthencar 165.1 mi
3h 34m
£41–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain Nottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rose and Crownbus 112
6h 57m
£48–77
Train
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Carmarthentrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
6h 41m
£93–153
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the train from Hereford to Carmarthentrain
6h 52m
£80–147

Derby to Carmarthen by train

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4h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 234.7 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Carmarthen via Bristol Parkway and Swansea in around 4h 55m.

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