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Compare prices and tickets Derby to Bridgend by train
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CrossCountry as well as Cross Country offer trains services from Derby to Bridgend.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Bridgend
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Derby to Bridgend run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £186 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 18:38. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 2h 52m.
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 213 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £186 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 04:28 |
Last train 18:38 |
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
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Derby to Bridgend trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Bridgend from £186. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 17m
Cheapest Price
£117
CrossCountry frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 52m
Cheapest Price
£186
Cross Country frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Derby to Bridgend train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Bridgend 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 Bridgend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Derby to Bridgend can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £186, while the average price tends to be around £187.
The train journey from Derby to Bridgend covers a distance of 213 km and takes approximately 2h 52m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Derby to Bridgend is 213 km.
The first train from Derby to Bridgend leaves at 4:28.
The last train from Derby to Bridgend departs at 18:38.
Trains from Derby to Bridgend run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Derby to Bridgend.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Derby to Bridgend.
To travel from Derby to Bridgend, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Derby to Bridgend.
The train station in Derby that goes to Bridgend is Derby station (DBY), and it arrives at Bridgend station (BGN).
The cheapest way to get from Derby to Bridgend is by train, costing approximately £186.
Booking trains from Derby to Bridgend in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Derby to Bridgend offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of rolling countryside, small towns, and the scenic sections of the Welsh valleys. While not renowned as one of the most scenic routes in the UK, it provides pleasant and varied scenery.
A day trip from Derby to Bridgend is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 52m. However, trains run 7 times per day.
A visit to Bridgend can be comfortably enjoyed over two to three days, allowing time to explore local attractions such as Bryngarw Country Park, the town centre, and nearby coastal areas like Porthcawl.
Yes, you can take the train from Derby to Bridgend.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Bridgend
Derby
Bridgend
The major train station for departures in Derby is Derby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Derby for your trip from Derby to Bridgend.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Derby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
The major train station for arrivals in Bridgend is Bridgend. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bridgend for your journey to Bridgend from Derby.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 07:40 - 19:15
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. All platforms are accessible and are connected via a footbridge with lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Bridgend
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station entrance
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