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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Launceston is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 12h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Launceston is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Copeland Street and arriving at Westgate Street via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station, Bus Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Launceston?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Okehampton via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Derby to Launceston?

The distance between Derby and Launceston is 251 miles. The road distance is 235.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Launceston without a car is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Derby to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Launceston bus from?

Derby to Launceston bus services, operated by Kinchbus, depart from Copeland Street station.

Where do I catch the Derby to Launceston train from?

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

Train or bus from Derby to Launceston?

The best way to get from Derby to Launceston is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 12h 33m.

Where does the Derby to Launceston bus arrive?

Derby to Launceston bus services, operated by Kinchbus, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Derby to Launceston train arrive?

Derby to Launceston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Derby to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Launceston is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Derby to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1356+ hotels available in Launceston.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 29m
£127–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Copeland Street to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Sky
2. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Exeterbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 66
12h 33m
£34–52
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 66
10h 30m
£53–113
Drive 234.4 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Launcestoncar 234.4 mi
4h 18m
£58–83

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Distance: 249.3 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

What companies run services between Derby, England and Launceston, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £110–160 and the journey takes 3h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Copeland Street to Westgate Street via St Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station, Exeter, Bus Station, and Railway Station in around 12h 33m.

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