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

The cheapest way to get from Skipton to Aberystwyth is to train and bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 10h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skipton to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Skipton and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Skipton to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Ilkley Bus Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Skipton and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Skipton to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Skipton and arriving at Aberystwyth via Leeds, Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Skipton to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Skipton and Aberystwyth is 215 miles. The road distance is 167.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skipton to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Skipton to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skipton to Aberystwyth bus from?

Skipton to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Skipton to Aberystwyth train from?

Skipton to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Skipton station.

Train or bus from Skipton to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Skipton to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 7h and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 10h 27m.

Where does the Skipton to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Skipton to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Skipton to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Skipton to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Skipton to Aberystwyth is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Skipton to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Skipton to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
7h
£79–144
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hebden Bridge to Chestertrain
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
10h 11m
£39–68
Drive 166.1 mi
1. Drive from Skipton to Aberystwythcar 166.1 mi
3h 35m
£41–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 3 to Bus Stationbus M6
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
7h 50m
£62–109
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
10h 27m
£49–120

Skipton to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 213.3 mi
Duration: 7h

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

You can take a train from Skipton to Aberystwyth via Leeds, Manchester Piccadilly, and Shrewsbury in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Ilkley Bus Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 27m.

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