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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Swansea is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Swansea is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Rose and Crown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Swansea via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Swansea?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Swansea is 81 miles. The road distance is 68 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Swansea without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 56m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Aberystwyth to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Swansea bus from?

Aberystwyth to Swansea bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Swansea?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Swansea is to train which takes 7h 3m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Carmarthen, which costs and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Swansea bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Swansea bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Carmarthen station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Swansea is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Aberystwyth to Swansea.

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

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5 to Carmarthen stationbus Taith
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Swanseatrain Milford Haven - Shrewsbury / ...
2h 56m
Drive 67.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Swanseacar 67.6 mi
1h 45m
£17–25
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Swanseatrain Shrewsbury - Swansea / ...
7h 3m
£67–108
Bus via Carmarthen
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5 to Carmarthen stationbus Taith
2. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 508
3h 41m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Port Talbot Parkway 6bus T1c
4h 22m

Aberystwyth to Swansea by train

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7h 3mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 80.2 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Swansea via Shrewsbury in around 7h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5 to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Carmarthen station and Rose and Crown in around 3h 41m.

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