4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Wales
Cheapest price
$177
Average price
$223
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Wales is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Wales will cost around $223 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $177.
Of the 29 trains that leave Derby for Wales on Mon, Jun 22, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:32 PM3h03Derby12:35 AMCardiff Central$1771One-way1 transfer- 5:38 PM3h18Derby8:56 PMCardiff Central$1781One-way1 transfer
- 6:49 AM2h36Derby9:25 AMCardiff Central$2201One-way0 transfers
- 7:38 AM2h47Derby10:25 AMCardiff Central$2201One-way0 transfers
- 8:42 AM2h43Derby11:25 AMCardiff Central$2201One-way0 transfers
- 6:31 PM2h31Derby9:02 PMCardiff Central$2331One-way1 transfer
- 1:31 PM2h35Derby4:06 PMCardiff Central$2331One-way1 transfer
- 3:31 PM2h35Derby6:06 PMCardiff Central$2331One-way1 transfer
- 5:31 PM2h35Derby8:06 PMCardiff Central$2201One-way0 transfers
- 6:49 AM2h36Derby9:25 AMCardiff Central$2201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Derby to Wales
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a bus costs an average of $46.
Distance: 29 miles (48 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Wales:
A train is $24 (€19) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Derby to Wales costing on average $46 (€38).
Other travel options to Wales take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 48m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Cross Country.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Derby to Wales train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Wales trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C04195+ C32836 | On time 8:25 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h35 | 10:00 AM Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 1 transfer | |
| C04195+C32836 | On time 8:25 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h32 | 9:57 AM Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 1 transfer | |
 G66991+C32845 | On time 9:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h14 | 10:59 AM Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 1 transfer | |
| G66991+C32845 | On time 9:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h17 | 11:02 AM Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 1 transfer | |
| C21816+C32850 | On time 10:51 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h10 | 12:01 PM Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 1 transfer | |
| C21816+C32850 | On time 10:51 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h07 | 11:58 AM Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C04191+C32855 | On time 11:50 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h09 | 12:59 PM Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C04191+C32855 | On time 11:50 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h13 | 1:03 PM Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 1 transfer | |
| C21138+C32860 | On time 12:50 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h06 | 1:56 PM Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 1 transfer | |
| C21138+C32860 | On time 12:50 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h03 | 1:53 PM Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W70947+C32874 | On time 1:50 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h17 | 3:07 PM Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 1 transfer | |
| W70947+C32874 | On time 1:50 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h13 | 3:03 PM Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Wales
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Derby to Wales run on average 17 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (48 km) distance in 54m.
Distance 29 miles (48 km) |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 9:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Cross Country from Derby to Wales trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Wales from $22 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Derby to Wales
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Wales by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wales, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Derby to Wales
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
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