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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Derby is to bus and train which costs £35 - £65 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Derby is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Derby. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Derby via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Swansea to Derby?

The distance between Swansea and Derby is 203 miles. The road distance is 160.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Derby without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Swansea to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Derby train from?

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

Where does the Swansea to Derby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Derby is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Swansea to Derby.

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

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Where can I stay near Derby?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Derbytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 14m
£101–162
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk084
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
5h 16m
£39–63
Drive 159.6 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Derbycar 159.6 mi
3h 33m
£39–57
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Swansea to Newport (S Wales)train Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
4h 36m
£98–159
Train #2
1. Take the train from Swansea to Crewetrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
5h 35m
£100–165

Swansea to Derby by train

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Distance: 201.4 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Derby via Bristol Parkway in around 4h 14m.

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