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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £50 - £140 and takes 10h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 5h 12m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Aberystwyth via Moorgate station, London Euston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Chelmsford and Aberystwyth is 270 miles. The road distance is 234.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Aberystwyth without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 20m and costs £95 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Chelmsford to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Aberystwyth bus from?

Chelmsford to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Aberystwyth train from?

Chelmsford to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Aberystwyth is to train via London which takes 6h 20m and costs £95 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 10h 31m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Chelmsford to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Aberystwyth is 235 miles. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Chelmsford to Aberystwyth.

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

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Chelmsford to Aberystwyth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Aberystwyth by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain
6h 20m
£95–212
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
10h 31m
£53–133
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
8h 27m
Drive 233.3 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Aberystwythcar 233.3 mi
5h 12m
£58–83
Train
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
8h 52m
£132–208

Chelmsford to Aberystwyth by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 268.2 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Aberystwyth via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 31m.

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