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

The cheapest way to get from Loughborough to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Loughborough to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Loughborough and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Loughborough to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Lemyngton Street and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via St Margaret's Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Loughborough and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Loughborough to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Loughborough (Leics) and arriving at Aberystwyth via Derby and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Loughborough to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Loughborough and Aberystwyth is 182 miles. The road distance is 152.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Loughborough to Aberystwyth without a car is to train via Derby which takes 5h 18m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Loughborough to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loughborough to Aberystwyth bus from?

Loughborough to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Loughborough to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Loughborough to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Loughborough to Aberystwyth is to train via Derby which takes 5h 18m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Loughborough to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Loughborough to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Loughborough to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Loughborough to Aberystwyth is 152 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Loughborough to Aberystwyth.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Loughborough 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 18m
£76–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
7h 57m
£34–84
Drive 151.2 mi
1. Drive from Loughborough to Aberystwythcar 151.2 mi
3h 6m
£37–54
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 25m
£72–124

Loughborough to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 181.1 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a train from Loughborough (Leics) to Aberystwyth via Derby and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lemyngton Street to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via St Margaret's Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 57m.

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