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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Taunton is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Taunton is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Taunton?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and arriving at County Hall via Sarn Odeon and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Taunton?

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

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Taunton?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Taunton is 259 miles. The road distance is 159.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Taunton without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Aberystwyth to Taunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Taunton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Taunton train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Taunton?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Taunton is to train which takes 6h and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Taunton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberystwyth to Taunton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Taunton is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Aberystwyth to Taunton.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Taunton 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
£97–156
Drive 158.2 mi
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1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Tauntoncar 158.2 mi
3h 10m
£39–57
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 6m
Bus, train via Carmarthen
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 Tauntontrain
6h 49m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Sarn Odeonbus T1c
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to County Hallbus Cp5
7h 28m

Aberystwyth to Taunton by train

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Distance: 257.2 mi
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Taunton via Birmingham New Street in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to County Hall via Sarn Odeon and Sophia Gardens in around 7h 28m.

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