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

The cheapest way to get from Somerset to Derby is to bus and train via Bristol which costs £35 - £60 and takes 5h 20m.

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 £35 - £60.

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 23m.

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 23m and costs £95 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Somerset to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Derby train from?

Somerset to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Taunton 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 2365+ hotels available in Derby.

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

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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 23m
£95–140
Bus, train via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
5h 20m
£35–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Verriers to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 101 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
5h 15m
£46–92
Drive 160.4 mi
1. Drive from Somerset to Derbycar 160.4 mi
2h 51m
£39–57
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Public Transport Interchangebus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane BRS - EMA
5h 42m
£65–98

Somerset to Derby by bus and train

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4h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.4 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Taunton to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £95–140 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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