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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Derby is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Derby is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £140 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Derby. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Copeland Street via St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Plymouth and arriving at Derby. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Derby?

The distance between Plymouth and Derby is 257 miles. The road distance is 241.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Derby without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £140 - £200.

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

The train from Plymouth to Derby takes 4h 8m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Derby bus from?

Plymouth to Derby bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Derby train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Derby?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Derby is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £140 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 24m.

Where does the Plymouth to Derby bus arrive?

Plymouth to Derby bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Plymouth to Derby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Derby is 241 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Plymouth to Derby.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Plymouth to Derby?

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Where can I stay near Derby?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Derbytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 8m
£140–200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk087
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Copeland Streetbus Sky
9h 24m
£34–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
7h 28m
£44–83
Drive 239.7 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Derbycar 239.7 mi
4h 8m
£59–85
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
4. Take the train from Sheffield to Derbytrain
5h 42m
£136–268

Plymouth to Derby by train

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Distance: 255.3 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Plymouth to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £140–200 and the journey takes 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Copeland Street via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 9h 24m.

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