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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Tye Green Post Office and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Bus Interchange, Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Aberystwyth via Moorgate station, London Euston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Essex to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Essex and Aberystwyth is 282 miles. The road distance is 252.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Aberystwyth without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 38m and costs £100 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Essex to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Aberystwyth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essex to Aberystwyth train from?

Essex to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train or bus from Essex to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Essex to Aberystwyth is to train via London which takes 6h 38m and costs £100 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h 43m.

Where does the Essex to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essex to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essex to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Aberystwyth is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Essex to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from White Notley 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 38m
£102–225
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 43m
£56–131
Train, bus
1. Take the train from White Notley 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 45m
Drive 250.8 mi
1. Drive from Essex to Aberystwythcar 250.8 mi
4h 52m
£61–88
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 / ...
9h 25m
£132–218

Essex to Aberystwyth by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 280.1 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

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

You can take a train from White Notley to Aberystwyth via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tye Green Post Office to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Bus Interchange, Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 43m.

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