What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Aberfan?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Aberfan is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Aberfan?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Aberfan is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Aberfan?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Aberfan. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and arriving at Tresillian Way via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Aberfan?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Aberfan. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Merthyr Vale via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Aberfan?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Aberfan is 142 miles. The road distance is 81.8 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth to Aberfan without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Aberfan without a car is to bus which takes 5h 28m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth to Aberfan?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Aberystwyth to Aberfan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Aberfan bus from?

Aberystwyth to Aberfan bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Aberfan train from?

Aberystwyth to Aberfan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Aberfan?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Aberfan is to bus which takes 5h 28m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £150 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Aberfan bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Aberfan bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Tresillian Way station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Aberfan train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Aberfan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Aberfan?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Aberfan is 82 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Aberystwyth to Aberfan.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth to Aberfan?

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Aberystwyth to Aberfan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Aberfan by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
5h 28m
Drive 81.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Aberfancar 81.3 mi
2h 3m
£20–29
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 30m
£80–144
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
5h 29m

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Distance: 141 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Aberfan, Wales?

Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Way twice daily, and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberystwyth to Merthyr Vale via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central in around 5h 30m.

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