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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Scarborough is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 11h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Scarborough is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Scarborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Scarborough station. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Railway Station Stop V via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Scarborough?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Scarborough via Shrewsbury, Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Scarborough?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Scarborough is 255 miles. The road distance is 232 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Scarborough without a car is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Aberystwyth to Scarborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Scarborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Scarborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Scarborough?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Scarborough is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 11h 29m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Scarborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberystwyth to Scarborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Scarborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Scarborough is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Aberystwyth to Scarborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Scarborough?

There are 1933+ hotels available in Scarborough.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Scarboroughtrain
7h 2m
£80–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Railway Station Stop Vbus 843
11h 29m
£38–62
Drive 230.6 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Scarboroughcar 230.6 mi
4h 44m
£58–83
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Scarboroughtrain
8h 8m
£107–186

Aberystwyth to Scarborough by train and tram

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Distance: 253.7 mi
Duration: 7h 2m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Scarborough, England?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Scarborough via Shrewsbury, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 7h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Railway Station Stop V via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 11h 29m.

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