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 £45 - £120 and takes 10h 25m.

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 10m and costs £60 - £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 25m.

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 45m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Colchester?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Colchester is 292 miles. The road distance is 261.6 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 45m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m 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 45m and costs £45 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 10h 25m.

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 262 miles. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Aberystwyth to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth to 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 Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain
5h 45m
£48–161
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airporttrain
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
8h 46m
£46–183
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
10h 11m
Drive 260.1 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Colchestercar 260.1 mi
5h 10m
£64–92
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Stationbus 777
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
10h 25m
£47–117

Aberystwyth to Colchester by train, subway, and foot

54Weekly Services

5h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 290 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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 45m. 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 25m.

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