What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay is to bus and line 5 bus which costs £12 - £17 and takes 6h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Colwyn Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Colwyn Bay station. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 and arriving at Bangor station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Colwyn Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Colwyn Bay via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Colwyn Bay is 107 miles. The road distance is 82 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay without a car is to bus which takes 3h 52m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay bus from?

Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay is to bus which takes 3h 52m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Bangor station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay is 82 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay?

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Where can I stay near Colwyn Bay?

There are 2045+ hotels available in Colwyn Bay.

Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 to Bangor stationbus 1
3h 52m
Bus, line 5 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus T2
2. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand E to Clifton Road Stop Zbus 5 / ...
6h 14m
£12–17
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Colwyn Baytrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
4h 23m
£54–88
Drive 81.5 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Baycar 81.5 mi
2h 6m
£21–29

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Distance: 105.9 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Colwyn Bay, Wales?

TaithCymru operates a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 to Bangor station every 3 hours, and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay via Shrewsbury in around 4h 23m.

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