What is the cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Aberystwyth?

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Aberystwyth?

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Port Talbot and Aberystwyth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Port Talbot and Aberystwyth?

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

How far is it from Port Talbot to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Port Talbot and Aberystwyth is 86 miles. The road distance is 75.9 miles.

How do I travel from Port Talbot to Aberystwyth without a car?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Aberystwyth without a car is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Port Talbot to Aberystwyth?

The bus from Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 takes 3h 10m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Aberystwyth bus from?

Port Talbot to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 station.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Aberystwyth train from?

Port Talbot to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Port Talbot Parkway station.

Train or bus from Port Talbot to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Aberystwyth is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £160 and takes 6h.

Where does the Port Talbot to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Port Talbot to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Port Talbot to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Port Talbot to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Port Talbot to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Talbot to Aberystwyth is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Port Talbot to Aberystwyth.

How do I get a train ticket from Port Talbot to Aberystwyth?

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
3h 10m
Drive 75.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Aberystwythcar 75.4 mi
1h 50m
£19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
6h
£83–152
Train, bus via Lampeter
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Carmarthentrain
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1 / ...
3h 50m
£24–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
3h 56m

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Distance: 85.4 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Port Talbot, Wales and Aberystwyth, Wales?

Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 twice daily, and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Aberystwyth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 6h.

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