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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Blackwood is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Blackwood is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Blackwood?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Blackwood. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and arriving at Twyn Gardens via Bargoed Interchange Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Blackwood?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Blackwood. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Newbridge via Shrewsbury and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Blackwood?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Blackwood is 187 miles. The road distance is 87.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Blackwood without a car is to train and line 21 bus which takes 5h 22m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Aberystwyth to Blackwood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Blackwood bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Blackwood train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Blackwood?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Blackwood is to bus which takes 5h 51m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £140 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Blackwood bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberystwyth to Blackwood train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Blackwood?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Blackwood is 88 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Aberystwyth to Blackwood.

Where can I stay near Blackwood?

There are 1929+ hotels available in Blackwood.

Aberystwyth to Blackwood - 4 ways to travel via train, line 21 bus, bus

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

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Train, line 21 bus
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cwmbrantrain
3. Take the bus from Cwmbran Bus Station Stand F to Blackwood Bus Station Stand 9bus 21 / ...
5h 22m
£73–122
Drive 87.1 mi
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1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Blackwoodcar 87.1 mi
2h 16m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
5h 51m
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 35m
£74–131

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Distance: 185.5 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Blackwood, 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 Blackwood Bus Station Stand 9 via Shrewsbury, Newport (S Wales), Newbridge, and Co-op in around 5h 35m.

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