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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Ambleside is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Ambleside is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Vicarage Road via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Chester and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Ambleside?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Ambleside is 225 miles. The road distance is 193.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Ambleside without a car is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Aberystwyth to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Ambleside bus from?

Aberystwyth to Ambleside bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Ambleside train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Ambleside?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Ambleside is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 11h 54m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Ambleside bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Ambleside bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Ambleside train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Ambleside train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Ambleside is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Aberystwyth to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3888+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Aberystwyth to Ambleside - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Ambleside by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Chestertrain Aberystwyth - Chester
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 46m
£86–142
Drive 192.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Amblesidecar 192.4 mi
3h 55m
£47–68
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1bus T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5bus T3 / ...
3. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain
4. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Windermeretrain
10h 12m
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 50m
£83–143
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
11h 54m
£57–127

Aberystwyth to Ambleside by train and bus

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Distance: 223.8 mi
Duration: 6h 46m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Vicarage Road via Chester, Warrington Bank Quay, Oxenholme Lake District, Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Vicarage Road via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 11h 54m.

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