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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackburn station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Bus station, Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Blackburn and arriving at Aberystwyth via Victoria, Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Blackburn and Aberystwyth is 170 miles. The road distance is 143.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Blackburn to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Aberystwyth bus from?

Blackburn to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Aberystwyth train from?

Blackburn to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.

Train or bus from Blackburn to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 9h 23m.

Where does the Blackburn to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackburn to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Blackburn to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Blackburn to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Aberystwyth is 143 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Blackburn to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
5h 49m
£57–97
Drive 142.5 mi
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1. Drive from Blackburn to Aberystwythcar 142.5 mi
3h 6m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
9h 23m
£38–64
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
5h 52m
£50–97

Blackburn to Aberystwyth by train and tram

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Distance: 168.6 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

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

You can take a train from Blackburn to Aberystwyth via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Shrewsbury in around 5h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Bus station, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 23m.

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