What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Aberaeron?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Aberaeron is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Aberaeron?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Aberaeron is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Aberaeron?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Aberaeron. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Alban Square 1 via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Aberaeron?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Aberaeron. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Reading to Aberaeron?

The distance between Reading and Aberaeron is 216 miles. The road distance is 182 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Aberaeron without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Aberaeron without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 5m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Reading to Aberaeron?

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Reading to Aberaeron, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Aberaeron bus from?

Reading to Aberaeron bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Aberaeron train from?

Reading to Aberaeron train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Aberaeron?

The best way to get from Reading to Aberaeron is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Reading to Aberaeron bus arrive?

Reading to Aberaeron bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Where does the Reading to Aberaeron train arrive?

Reading to Aberaeron train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Aberaeron?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Aberaeron is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Reading to Aberaeron.

Where can I stay near Aberaeron?

There are 1005+ hotels available in Aberaeron.

Reading to Aberaeron - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Aberaeron by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Alban Square 1bus T1c
6h 5m
Drive 181 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Aberaeroncar 181 mi
3h 44m
£45–64
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 24m
£106–164
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Sarn Odeonbus 508
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Alban Square 1bus T1c
7h 56m

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Distance: 214.4 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Aberaeron, Wales?

You can take a train from Reading to Alban Square 3 via Birmingham New Street, Aberystwyth, and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Alban Square 1 via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and Sarn Odeon in around 7h 56m.

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