What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Colwyn Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay. However, there are services departing from North Parade and arriving at Central Hotel via Bangor Bus Station Stand E and Llandudno Junction Station Stop U. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Colwyn Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Colwyn Bay via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Colwyn Bay is 164 miles. The road distance is 82 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £40 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay bus from?

Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from North Parade station.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Bangor Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay is 82 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay?

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Where can I stay near Colwyn Bay?

There are 1874+ hotels available in Colwyn Bay.

Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to ShrewsburyAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Colwyn BayCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 33m
£41–68
Drive 81.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay81.5 mi
2h 6m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Bangor Bus Station Stand BT2
5h 34m

Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay by train

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4h 33mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.1 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Colwyn Bay, Wales?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Colwyn Bay via Shrewsbury in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, Lloyd's Coaches operates a bus from North Parade to Bangor Bus Station Stand B hourly, and the journey takes 3h 54m.

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