What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £55 - £140 and takes 11h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 5h 26m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Southend-on-Sea and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station Interchange and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Bus Station, Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Aberystwyth via Moorgate station, London Euston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Aberystwyth is 281 miles. The road distance is 247.4 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs £100 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth?

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth bus from?

Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Southend Victoria station.

Train or bus from Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs £100 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 11h 38m.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth is 247 miles. It takes approximately 5h 26m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth?

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Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain
6h 46m
£102–225
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
11h 38m
£55–131
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
8h 53m
Drive 246 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwythcar 246 mi
5h 26m
£60–87

Southend-on-Sea to Aberystwyth by train, foot, and subway

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6h 46mAverage Duration

£102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 279.9 mi
Duration: 6h 46m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Aberystwyth via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Bus Station, Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 11h 38m.

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