What is the cheapest way to get from Derby to Merthyr Tydfil?

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Derby to Merthyr Tydfil?

The fastest way to get from Derby to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Derby to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Derby and Merthyr Tydfil is 173 miles. The road distance is 141.4 miles.

How do I travel from Derby to Merthyr Tydfil without a car?

The best way to get from Derby to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £85 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Derby to Merthyr Tydfil?

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Derby to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Merthyr Tydfil train from?

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

Where does the Derby to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Merthyr Tydfil is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Derby to Merthyr Tydfil.

How do I get a train ticket from Derby to Merthyr Tydfil?

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 726+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Derby to Merthyr Tydfil - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Derby to Merthyr Tydfil by train, car, or bus

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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 Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
4h 10m
£89–127
Drive 140.6 mi
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1. Drive from Derby to Merthyr Tydfilcar 140.6 mi
2h 39m
£35–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
6h 10m
£56–103

Derby to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 172.4 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Derby, England and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a train from Derby to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 4h 10m.

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