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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Somerset is to train and bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Somerset is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Taunton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Derby to Somerset?

The distance between Derby and Somerset is 184 miles. The road distance is 161.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Somerset without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £80 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Derby to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Somerset train from?

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

Where does the Derby to Somerset train arrive?

Derby to Somerset train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Taunton station.

Can I drive from Derby to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Somerset is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Derby to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 790+ hotels available in Somerset.

Derby to Somerset - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 376 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 40m
£81–120
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain Nottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Verriersbus 101 / ...
5h 49m
£38–62
Drive 160.2 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Somersetcar 160.2 mi
2h 51m
£40–58
Train, line 376 bus, line 374 bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the bus from Temple Meads Stn to Bus Stationbus 376 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lower Durstonbus 374
4h 36m
£62–93

Derby to Somerset by train and bus

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 183.3 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Taunton hourly. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 2h 52m.

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