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Trains from Cathays (CYS) to Derby (DBY)

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28

train journeys
per day

122

miles (197 kms)

3hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:38 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cathays (CYS) to Derby (DBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Cathays and Derby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cathays to Derby is approximately 122 miles (197 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 55 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cathays and Derby.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cathays to Derby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Cathays to Derby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:38
    3 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    09:32
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    10:33
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    11:33
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:16
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    12:32
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:31
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:41
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:16
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    13:32
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:01
    3 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    14:04
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:16
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    14:32
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:31
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:15
    3 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    15:36
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:31
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:16
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    16:32
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:31
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    16:40
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:16
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    17:31
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:31
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:36
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:16
    3 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    18:38
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:31
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    18:42
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:16
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    19:32
    Cathays
    Derby
    Cathays to Derby

About Cathays Station

Station name Cathays (CYS)
Address Cathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 18:30
Saturday 09:30 - 15:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
Address Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cathays and Derby

The travel time between Cathays and Derby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cathays and Derby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

First class tickets on trains between Cathays and Derby typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cathays and Derby can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cathays & Derby. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cathays and Derby.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cathays and Derby, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.