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Compare train and coach for Derby to Carmarthen
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Derby to Carmarthen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 226 km
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6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Derby to Carmarthen
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Buses from Derby to Carmarthen run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 226 km |
Average bus duration 6h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 03:35 |
Last bus 11:27 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: National Express from Derby to CarmarthenYou can travel by bus between Derby to Carmarthen with National Express for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 0m
Cheapest Price
£24
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: Derby to Carmarthen coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Derby to Carmarthen with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Derby to Carmarthen.
Cheap coach tickets from Derby to Carmarthen can start from as little as £45 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Derby to Carmarthen is £45; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Carmarthen from Derby is on average 10 h 40 min for the 140 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to Carmarthen from Derby by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Derby to Carmarthen leaves at 06: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Derby to Carmarthen leaves at 11: 45.
There are 3 coaches a day from Derby to Carmarthen which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Derby to Carmarthen, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Carmarthen. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service from Derby to Carmarthen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month for a coach from Derby to Carmarthen is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Carmarthen from Derby including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Derby to Carmarthen has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Derby to Carmarthen.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Derby to Carmarthen.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Derby to Carmarthen.
No, luggage for the coach from Derby to Carmarthen needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Derby to Carmarthen.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Derby to Carmarthen.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Derby to Carmarthen.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Derby to Carmarthen.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Carmarthen
Derby
Carmarthen
The major coach station for departures in Derby is Derby, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Derby, Bus Station for your trip from Derby to Carmarthen.
Derby, Bus Station
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The major coach station for arrivals in Carmarthen is Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel) for your trip to Carmarthen from Derby.
Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel)
Amenities at bus station
Accessibilityinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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