What is the cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University?

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University is to bus via Llanidloes which costs £14 - £23 and takes 5h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University?

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Aberystwyth University?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Aberystwyth University. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at Aberystwyth University via Merthyr Bus Station 2 and Millennium Garden. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Aberystwyth University?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Aberystwyth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University?

The distance between Pontypridd and Aberystwyth University is 109 miles. The road distance is 88.6 miles.

How do I travel from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University without a car?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University without a car is to bus via Llanidloes which takes 5h 24m and costs £14 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University?

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University bus from?

Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Merthyr Bus Station 2.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University train from?

Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University is to bus via Llanidloes which takes 5h 24m and costs £14 - £23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £120 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Millennium Garden station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University train arrive?

Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University is 89 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University.

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

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Bus via Llanidloes
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1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 2 to Millennium Gardenbus T4
2. Take the bus from Millennium Garden to Aberystwyth Universitybus 409
5h 24m
£14–22
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Aberystwyth Universitybus Taith
5h 55m
Drive 88.1 mi
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth Universitycar 88.1 mi
2h 5m
£23–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
5h 56m
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 3m
£66–112

Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University by train and foot

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Distance: 108.8 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Pontypridd, Wales and Aberystwyth University, Wales?

You can take a bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 to Aberystwyth University via Merthyr Bus Station 2, Millennium Garden, and Aberystwyth University in around 5h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth University via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury, and Aberystwyth in around 6h 3m.

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