What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Caerphilly Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Caerphilly Castle. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and arriving at The Piccadilly via Sarn Odeon and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Caerphilly Castle?

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

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Caerphilly Castle is 131 miles. The road distance is 93.1 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle without a car is to bus which takes 4h 52m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle bus from?

Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle is to bus which takes 4h 52m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 5h.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle is 93 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle?

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Where can I stay near Caerphilly Castle?

There are 1651+ hotels available in Caerphilly Castle.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
4h 52m
Drive 92.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle92.6 mi
2h 14m
£24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to ShrewsburyAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff CentralCrewe - Cardiff Central / ...
5h
£46–86
Bus via Sarn Odeon
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Sarn OdeonT1c
5h 21m

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Distance: 130 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Caerphilly Castle, Wales?

Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Way twice daily, and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberystwyth to Caerphilly Castle via Shrewsbury, Cardiff Central, and Caerphilly in around 5h.

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