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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £40 - £120 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Aberystwyth?

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

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Cambridge and Aberystwyth is 261 miles. The road distance is 215.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Cambridge to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Aberystwyth bus from?

Cambridge to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Aberystwyth train from?

Cambridge to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 8h.

Where does the Cambridge to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cambridge to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Cambridge to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Aberystwyth is 215 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Cambridge to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 37m
£125–189
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
8h
£45–111
Drive 213.9 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Aberystwythcar 213.9 mi
4h 2m
£53–76
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 905
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain
7h 47m
£76–147

Cambridge to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 259.7 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street in around 6h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h.

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