What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Betws-y-Coed?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed. However, there are services departing from North Parade and arriving at Mount Garmon View via Eldon Square 1 and Corwen Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Betws-y-Coed?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Betws-y-Coed via Shrewsbury and Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Betws-y-Coed is 86 miles. The road distance is 65.2 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed without a car is to bus via Dolgellau which takes 4h 45m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed bus from?

Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from North Parade station.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed train from?

Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed is to bus via Dolgellau which takes 4h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £130 and takes 6h.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Eldon Square 1 station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed.

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Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Dolgellau
best
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1bus T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Corwen Bus Stationbus T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Corwen Bus Station to Mount Garmon Viewbus T10
4h 45m
Drive 64.8 mi
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1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coedcar 64.8 mi
1h 38m
£16–23
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Llandudno Junctiontrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
6h
£73–125
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus T2
2. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Post Officebus S1
5h 2m

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Distance: 85.7 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Betws-y-Coed, Wales?

You can take a bus from North Parade to Mount Garmon View via Eldon Square 1 and Corwen Bus Station in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberystwyth to Betws-y-Coed via Shrewsbury and Llandudno Junction in around 6h.

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