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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 5h.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Leazes Rd - Underpass Stand B and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Interchange and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Durham to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Durham and Aberystwyth is 317 miles. The road distance is 240.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs £140 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Durham to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Aberystwyth bus from?

Durham to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Durham to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Durham to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs £140 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 11h 54m.

Where does the Durham to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Durham to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Durham to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Aberystwyth is 241 miles. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Durham to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 39m
£147–227
Drive 239.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham to Aberystwythcar 239.1 mi
5h
£59–85
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Durham to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
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
10h 53m
£80–139
Bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 133
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
11h 54m
£64–156

Durham to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 315 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

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

You can take a train from Durham to Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leazes Rd - Underpass Stand B to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Interchange and Birmingham Coach Station in around 11h 54m.

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