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

The cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Derby is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhayader to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Rhayader and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Rhayader to Derby. However, there are services departing from Llandrindod and arriving at Derby via Shrewsbury and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Rhayader to Derby?

The distance between Rhayader and Derby is 147 miles. The road distance is 115.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhayader to Derby without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Rhayader to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Derby train from?

Rhayader to Derby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llandrindod station.

Where does the Rhayader to Derby train arrive?

Rhayader to Derby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Rhayader to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhayader to Derby is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Rhayader to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2302+ hotels available in Derby.

Rhayader to Derby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Rhayader to Derby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
4h 54m
£48–92
Drive 115.1 mi
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1. Drive from Rhayader to Derbycar 115.1 mi
2h 31m
£29–41
Bus, train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the bus from Rhayader Central Car Park to Bus Stationbus X75
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
5h 3m
£35–68
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Black Lion Hotel to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain Reading - Leeds / ...
5h 24m
£35–55
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Rhayader Central Car Park to Bus Stationbus X75
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain
6h 25m
£38–60

Rhayader to Derby by bus and train

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Distance: 146.5 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Bryn Gwy to Derby via Llandrindod Wells Interchange 1, Llandrindod, Shrewsbury, and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 54m.

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