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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Somerset is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Somerset is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and arriving at Huntworth Lane M5 via Sarn Odeon and Cabot Circus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Taunton via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Somerset?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Somerset is 267 miles. The road distance is 152.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Somerset without a car is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Aberystwyth to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Somerset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Somerset?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Somerset is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Somerset bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Somerset bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Somerset train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Somerset train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Somerset is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Aberystwyth to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 793+ hotels available in Somerset.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 46m
£123–189
Drive 151.6 mi
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1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Somersetcar 151.6 mi
3h 5m
£37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Sarn Odeonbus T1c
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
7h 57m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tauntontrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
7h 57m

Aberystwyth to Somerset by train and bus

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6h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 265.4 mi
Duration: 6h 46m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Shovel Lane via Birmingham New Street, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop J, and Castle Way in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Huntworth Lane M5 via Sarn Odeon, Bus Station, and Cabot Circus in around 7h 57m.

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