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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Colchester is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 10h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Colchester is to drive which takes 5h 9m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Coach Stop via Birmingham Coach Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Colchester via Birmingham New Street, Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Colchester?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Colchester is 292 miles. The road distance is 261.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £40 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Aberystwyth to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Colchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Colchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Colchester?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Colchester is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £40 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 10h 24m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Colchester bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Colchester is 261 miles. It takes approximately 5h 9m to drive from Aberystwyth to Colchester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Aberystwyth to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Euston
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester
5h 50m
£43–162
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street371 / ...
10h 8m
Drive 259.6 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Colchester259.6 mi
5h 9m
£66–95
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stop717 / ...
8h 48m
£56–154
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Station409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Station777
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stop717 / ...
10h 24m
£43–109

Aberystwyth to Colchester by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 290 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Colchester via Birmingham New Street, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Coach Stop via Birmingham Coach Station and Coach Station in around 10h 24m.

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