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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 9h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Bournemouth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Bournemouth is 298 miles. The road distance is 189.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 7h 3m and costs £50 - £400.

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

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Bournemouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth is to train which takes 7h 3m and costs £50 - £400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 9h 17m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Bournemouth train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Bournemouth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Bournemouth is 189 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham New StreetAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to BournemouthManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
7h 3m
£50–391
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Heathrow Central Bus Station409
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Station035 / ...
9h 17m
£32–75
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SalisburyCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
8h 59m
Drive 188.4 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth188.4 mi
4h 25m
£48–69

Aberystwyth to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 296.6 mi
Duration: 7h 3m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth via Birmingham New Street in around 7h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 17m.

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