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Chepstow Museum
Museum inside a preserved town-house on Bridge Street, presenting Chepstow's local history, archaeology and social life.
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Trains from Derby to Chepstow run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £116 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £116 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 21:31 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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Museum inside a preserved town-house on Bridge Street, presenting Chepstow's local history, archaeology and social life.
Museum and community venue near Chepstow celebrating the life and work of W. H. Davies through displays, events and local heritage.
Volunteer-run local museum in nearby Caldicot with displays on town history, everyday objects and changing life in Monmouthshire.
Riverside path and green space below the castle, ideal for estuary views, bridge photographs and an easy walk by the Wye.
Historic main street lined with independent shops and old buildings, linking the castle area with the town gate and parish church.
Woodland and open hillside above the town with trails, wildlife and excellent panoramas across Chepstow and the lower Wye.
Welsh rarebit is toasted bread covered with a rich cheese, mustard and ale sauce, long associated with Welsh pub cooking.
Glamorgan sausages are traditional Welsh cheese, leek and breadcrumb sausages, popular as a hearty meat-free pub and café dish.
Cawl is a classic Welsh broth of lamb or beef with potatoes, leeks and root vegetables, valued as a comforting regional staple.
Popular café and deli known for brunch, coffee, cakes and light lunches, with a friendly casual atmosphere.
Riverside inn restaurant serving modern British dishes, Sunday roasts and local produce in a relaxed setting by the Wye.
Traditional pub offering British comfort food, beers and classic mains in a historic, characterful setting near the castle.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels, pub meals and rail travel are usually cheaper than in major cities, but tourist areas and weekends can raise prices.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis. Cafés may have a tip jar, but it is not expected.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Chepstow 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 Chepstow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Derby to Chepstow trains use the Derby to Chepstow station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Chepstow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
ATMs are available at Derby.
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: 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.
Chepstow has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Chepstow.
Wi-Fi is available at Chepstow.
Ticket office support is available at Chepstow. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chepstow: Parking.
Available at Chepstow: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chepstow: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. Step free access is available to Platform 1 (to Gloucester). Platform 2 (for Newport) is only accessible via a footbridge, 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) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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