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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £55 - £150 and takes 11h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 5h 54m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via London Victoria and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Aberystwyth via London Euston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Canterbury and Aberystwyth is 308 miles. The road distance is 268.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs £120 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Canterbury to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Aberystwyth bus from?

Canterbury to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Aberystwyth train from?

Canterbury to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs £120 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 11h 11m.

Where does the Canterbury to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Canterbury to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Canterbury to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Aberystwyth is 268 miles. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Canterbury to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain
6h 35m
£122–251
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
11h 11m
£57–146
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
9h 37m
Drive 266.6 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Aberystwythcar 266.6 mi
5h 54m
£65–94

Canterbury to Aberystwyth by train and foot

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6h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 306.1 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Aberystwyth via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 11h 11m.

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