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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Public Transport Interchange and Tresillian Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Plymouth and Aberystwyth is 341 miles. The road distance is 231.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 7h 27m and costs £160 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from Plymouth to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Aberystwyth bus from?

Plymouth to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 7h 27m and costs £160 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Plymouth to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Plymouth to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Public Transport Interchange station.

Where does the Plymouth to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Aberystwyth is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Plymouth to Aberystwyth.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Plymouth to Aberystwyth?

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
7h 27m
£164–249
Drive 230 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Plymouth to Aberystwythcar 230 mi
4h 32m
£57–81
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
9h 39m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Public Transport Interchangebus Fal
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway GRbus 216
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
10h 20m

Plymouth to Aberystwyth by train

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7h 27mAverage Duration

£164Cheapest Price

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Distance: 339.4 mi
Duration: 7h 27m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street in around 7h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Public Transport Interchange, Kingsway GR, and Tresillian Way in around 10h 20m.

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