What is the cheapest way to get from South Wales to Aberystwyth?

The cheapest way to get from South Wales to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £18 - £25 and takes 6h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Wales to Aberystwyth?

The fastest way to get from South Wales to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between South Wales and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from South Wales station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Aberdare Bus Station 10 and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Woolpack, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 and The Black Lion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between South Wales and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from South Wales to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Cwmbach and arriving at Aberystwyth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from South Wales to Aberystwyth?

The distance between South Wales and Aberystwyth is 153 miles. The road distance is 83.7 miles.

How do I travel from South Wales to Aberystwyth without a car?

The best way to get from South Wales to Aberystwyth without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 44m and costs £35 - £80.

How long does it take to get from South Wales to Aberystwyth?

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from South Wales to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Wales to Aberystwyth bus from?

South Wales to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Woolpack station.

Where do I catch the South Wales to Aberystwyth train from?

South Wales to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cwmbach station.

Train or bus from South Wales to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from South Wales to Aberystwyth is to bus which takes 6h 46m and costs £18 - £25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £120 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the South Wales to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

South Wales to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand E.

Where does the South Wales to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Wales to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between South Wales to Aberystwyth is 84 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from South Wales to Aberystwyth.

How do I get a train ticket from South Wales to Aberystwyth?

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbach to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
4. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1 / ...
5h 44m
£39–77
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Woolpack to Swansea Bus Station Stand Ebus X7
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
4. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1 / ...
6h 46m
£18–24
Drive 83.2 mi
1. Drive from South Wales to Aberystwythcar 83.2 mi
2h 12m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Cwmbach to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
6h 16m
£69–116

South Wales to Aberystwyth by train and bus

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Distance: 152 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between South Wales and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a bus from Aberdare Bus Station 10 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Woolpack, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, Rose and Crown, Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1, and The Black Lion in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cwmbach to Aberystwyth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 6h 16m.

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