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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Aberfan is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 2h.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Aberfan?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Aberfan. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Capel Smyrna via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Aberfan?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Aberfan. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Merthyr Vale via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Aberfan?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Aberfan is 124 miles. The road distance is 81.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Aberfan without a car is to bus via Newtown which takes 5h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Aberystwyth to Aberfan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Aberfan bus from?

Aberystwyth to Aberfan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Aberfan train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Aberfan?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Aberfan is to bus via Newtown which takes 5h 24m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £100 and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Aberfan bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Aberfan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Aberfan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Aberfan?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Aberfan is 82 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Aberystwyth to Aberfan.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberfan?

There are 603+ hotels available in Aberfan.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Newtown
best
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2409
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
5h 24m
Drive 81.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Aberfan81.3 mi
2h
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to ShrewsburyAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff CentralCrewe - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 31m
£45–96
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
5h 27m
Bus via Clock
1. Take the bus from Clock to Newtown Bus StationX85
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
6h 34m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 123.3 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Capel Smyrna via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 12 in around 5h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberystwyth to Merthyr Vale via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central in around 5h 31m.

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