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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £50 - £140 and takes 10h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 4h 40m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Aberystwyth via Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Darlington to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Darlington and Aberystwyth is 256 miles. The road distance is 223.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Darlington to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Aberystwyth bus from?

Darlington to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Aberystwyth train from?

Darlington to Aberystwyth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Darlington to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 10h 9m.

Where does the Darlington to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Darlington to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Darlington to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Darlington to Aberystwyth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Aberystwyth is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Darlington to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
6h 36m
£95–169
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 591
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
10h 9m
£50–137
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Darlington to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Chestertrain
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
4. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
9h 55m
Drive 222.2 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Aberystwythcar 222.2 mi
4h 40m
£55–79

Darlington to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 254.7 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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

You can take a train from Darlington to Aberystwyth via Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 9m.

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