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Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Derby

Average PriceUS$52 - US$83Average Duration9h 40m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$43 - US$72Average Duration2h 48m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$23 - US$23Average Duration3h 40m
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Cardiff to Derby

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 2 hours 48 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
2h 48mAverage Duration
US$43Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cardiff to Derby: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change

Average Ticket PriceUS$43
Average train trip duration2h 48m
Number of daily trains6
Earliest train departure7:45am
Distance198 km
Latest train departure5:45pm

Cardiff to Derby Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cardiff - Derby

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Derby cost?

    The average train ticket price from Cardiff to Derby is US$43. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Derby is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Cardiff to Derby?

    A train trip between Cardiff and Derby is around 2h 48m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 46m. This is the time it takes to travel the 199 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Cardiff and Derby?

    The number of trains from Cardiff to Derby can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cardiff to Derby by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Derby you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Cardiff and Derby, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Cardiff to Derby while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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