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

The cheapest way to get from Bradford to Aberystwyth is to train and bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bradford to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bradford and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Bradford to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Nelson Street N2 and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bradford and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Bradford to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Bradford Interchange and arriving at Aberystwyth via Victoria, Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Bradford to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Bradford and Aberystwyth is 186 miles. The road distance is 161.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bradford to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 5h 53m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Bradford to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bradford to Aberystwyth bus from?

Bradford to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Nelson Street N2 station.

Where do I catch the Bradford to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Bradford to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Bradford to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 5h 53m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Bradford to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bradford to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bradford to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bradford to Aberystwyth is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Bradford to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
5h 53m
£62–107
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Chestertrain
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
7h 48m
£38–65
Drive 160.4 mi
1. Drive from Bradford to Aberystwythcar 160.4 mi
3h 23m
£40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nelson Street N2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
8h 30m
£39–65

Bradford to Aberystwyth by train and tram

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Distance: 184.5 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

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

You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Aberystwyth via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Shrewsbury in around 5h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nelson Street N2 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 30m.

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