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

The cheapest way to get from Somerset to Derby is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Somerset to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Somerset and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Somerset to Derby. However, there are services departing from Huntworth Lane M5 and arriving at Copeland Street via Bristol Airport and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Somerset and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Somerset to Derby. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Derby via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Somerset to Derby?

The distance between Somerset and Derby is 182 miles. The road distance is 161.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Somerset to Derby without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £85 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Somerset to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Derby bus from?

Somerset to Derby bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Huntworth Lane M5 station.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Derby train from?

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

Train or bus from Somerset to Derby?

The best way to get from Somerset to Derby is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £85 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 8h.

Where does the Somerset to Derby bus arrive?

Somerset to Derby bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Public Transport Interchange station.

Where does the Somerset to Derby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Somerset to Derby?

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

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2322+ hotels available in Derby.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Derbytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 16m
£88–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Public Transport Interchangebus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bristol Airport to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Copeland Streetbus Sky
8h
£21–35
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 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
5h 8m
£39–78
Drive 160.4 mi
1. Drive from Somerset to Derbycar 160.4 mi
2h 51m
£40–58
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Public Transport Interchangebus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane BRS - EMA
6h 34m
£34–154

Somerset to Derby by bus and train

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4h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180.5 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Taunton to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £85–120 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Copeland Street via Public Transport Interchange, Bristol Airport, and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 8h.

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