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

The cheapest way to get from Abercynon to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Abercynon to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Abercynon and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Abercynon to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Travellers Rest and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 1 and Post Office. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Abercynon and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Abercynon to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Abercynon and arriving at Aberystwyth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Abercynon to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Abercynon and Aberystwyth is 138 miles. The road distance is 85.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Abercynon to Aberystwyth without a car is to bus which takes 5h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Abercynon to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Abercynon to Aberystwyth bus from?

Abercynon to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Travellers Rest station.

Where do I catch the Abercynon to Aberystwyth train from?

Abercynon to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Abercynon to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Abercynon to Aberystwyth is to bus which takes 5h 52m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Abercynon to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Abercynon to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1.

Where does the Abercynon to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Abercynon to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Abercynon to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Abercynon to Aberystwyth is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Abercynon to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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Abercynon to Aberystwyth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
5h 52m
Drive 85.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Abercynon to Aberystwyth85.4 mi
1h 59m
£22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to AberystwythBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 57m
£47–117
Line 78 bus, bus, line 409 bus
1. Take the bus from Travellers Rest to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 178
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 2T4
3. Take the bus from Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 1 to Post OfficeX47
4. Take the bus from Post Office to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
6h 23m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 137.2 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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

Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 twice daily, and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Abercynon to Aberystwyth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 5h 57m.

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