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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £55 - £150 and takes 11h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Aberystwyth via Moorgate station, London Euston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Ipswich and Aberystwyth is 309 miles. The road distance is 268 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Aberystwyth without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 52m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Ipswich to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Aberystwyth bus from?

Ipswich to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cardinal Park Cinema station.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Ipswich to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Aberystwyth is to train via London which takes 6h 52m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 11h 30m.

Where does the Ipswich to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ipswich to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Aberystwyth is 268 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Ipswich to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich 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 52m
£120–249
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
11h 30m
£59–147
Drive 266.4 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Aberystwythcar 266.4 mi
4h 51m
£65–94
Train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Cambridgetrain
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain
8h 45m
£152–243

Ipswich to Aberystwyth by train, foot, and subway

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6h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 307 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Aberystwyth via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 11h 30m.

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