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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkeston to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkeston to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkeston and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkeston to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Angel Row A3, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkeston and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkeston to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Long Eaton and arriving at Aberystwyth via Derby and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Ilkeston to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Ilkeston and Aberystwyth is 186 miles. The road distance is 153 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Aberystwyth without a car is to train via Derby which takes 5h 44m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Ilkeston to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Aberystwyth bus from?

Ilkeston to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilkeston to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Aberystwyth is to train via Derby which takes 5h 44m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Ilkeston to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilkeston to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilkeston to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkeston to Aberystwyth is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Ilkeston to Aberystwyth.

Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

There are 826+ hotels available in Aberystwyth.

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

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

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Train via Derby
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain Nottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 44m
£75–133
Drive 152.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkeston to Aberystwythcar 152.1 mi
3h 9m
£37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
8h 26m
£42–104
Train
1. Take the train from Long Eaton to Birmingham New Streettrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 8m
£75–131
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sw
2. Take the bus from bus station to Railway Stationbus 64
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
9h 27m
£46–76

Ilkeston to Aberystwyth by bus and train

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Distance: 184.8 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Market Place to Aberystwyth via The Bell, Long Eaton, Derby, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Upper Parliament Street, Angel Row A3, Collin Street, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 26m.

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