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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Derby is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Derby is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Porthcawl and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Porthcawl to Derby. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Derby via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Derby?

The distance between Porthcawl and Derby is 184 miles. The road distance is 168.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Derby without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Porthcawl to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Derby train from?

Porthcawl to Derby train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bridgend station.

Where does the Porthcawl to Derby train arrive?

Porthcawl to Derby train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Derby is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Porthcawl to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2315+ hotels available in Derby.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Derbytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 37m
£81–134
Drive 167.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Derbycar 167.6 mi
3h 4m
£42–61
Bus, train via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 112
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
6h 9m
£45–75
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
5h 23m
£68–103

Porthcawl to Derby by bus and train

102Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Northways to Derby via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9, Bridgend, and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 37m.

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