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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Derby | Cardiff Central | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Derby | Cardiff Central | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Derby | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Derby | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Derby to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £33
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Derby to Cardiff by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Derby to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Derby to Cardiff start from £33. The average price for this train route is around £61. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Derby to Cardiff?
The average train journey time from Derby to Cardiff is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 123 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 36m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Derby to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Derby to Cardiff?
The earliest train from Derby to Cardiff departs at 07:36. And the latest train departs at 18:40.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Derby to Cardiff was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Derby to Cardiff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £31 to £122 for a train ticket from Derby to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £40, which is on 2025-12-02.
