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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Harlech is to bus via Minffordd Ffestiniog station which costs £8 - £11 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Harlech is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Harlech?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 and arriving at Maes Parcio Cefn-coed via The Australia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Harlech?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Harlech via Dovey Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Harlech?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Harlech is 48 miles. The road distance is 53.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Harlech without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £15 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Aberystwyth to Harlech, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Harlech bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Harlech train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Harlech?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Harlech is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £15 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £13 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Harlech bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Harlech bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Porthmadog Park Stand B station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Harlech train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Harlech train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Dovey Junction station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Harlech?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Harlech is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Aberystwyth to Harlech.

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

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Where can I stay near Harlech?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Dovey Junctiontrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Dovey Junction to Harlechtrain Machynlleth - Pwllheli
2h 43m
£16–26
Bus via Minffordd Ffestiniog station
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1. Take the bus from North Parade to Minffordd stationbus T2
3h 30m
£9–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 to Porthmadog Park Stand Bbus 1
3h 26m
£10–12
Drive 53.2 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Harlechcar 53.2 mi
1h 25m
£14–19

Aberystwyth to Harlech by train

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Distance: 48.2 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Harlech via Dovey Junction in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, TaithCymru operates a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 to Porthmadog Park Stand B every 3 hours, and the journey takes 2h 2m. Lloyd's Coaches also services this route every 4 hours.

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