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Frequently asked questions for your trip Cardiff - Derby

The train is the best choice to get to Derby without a car. Traveling by train offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

About 123 miles (199 km) separate Cardiff and Derby.

If you're headed to Derby from Cardiff, chances are that your bus will leave from Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn) and arrive at Derby Riverlights Bus Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cardiff and Derby!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cardiff to Derby, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cardiff to Derby.

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

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Cardiff by bus?

Bus from Derby to Cardiff

You can also go to Derby by train

Train from Cardiff to Derby

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