What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to South Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to South Wales is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 2h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to South Wales?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to South Wales is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and South Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Bryngoleu Terminus via Millennium Garden and Merthyr Bus Station 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and South Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Cwmbach via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to South Wales?

The distance between Aberystwyth and South Wales is 114 miles. The road distance is 83.4 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth to South Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to South Wales without a car is to bus via Llanidloes which takes 5h 5m and costs £60 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth to South Wales?

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Aberystwyth to South Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to South Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to South Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to South Wales?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to South Wales is to bus via Llanidloes which takes 5h 5m and costs £60 - £90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £120 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to South Wales bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to South Wales bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Millennium Garden station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to South Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to South Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to South Wales is 83 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Aberystwyth to South Wales.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth to South Wales?

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Where can I stay near South Wales?

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Aberystwyth to South Wales - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Aberystwyth to South Wales by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Llanidloes
best
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Millennium Gardenbus 409
2. Take the bus from Millennium Garden to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
5h 5m
£63–86
Drive 82.9 mi
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1. Drive from Aberystwyth to South Walescar 82.9 mi
2h 12m
£21–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5 to Carmarthen stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain
5h 18m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
5h 35m
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 37m
£69–115

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Map of how to get from Aberystwyth to South Wales.

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Distance: 113.1 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to South Wales via Millennium Garden, Merthyr Bus Station 10, and Bryngoleu Terminus in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberystwyth to Cwmbach via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central in around 5h 37m.

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