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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Cumbria is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Cumbria is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £50 - £75.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Cumbria?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Cumbria is 245 miles. The road distance is 211.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Cumbria without a car is to train which takes 6h 2m and costs £80 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Aberystwyth to Cumbria, including transfers.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Cumbria?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Cumbria is to train which takes 6h 2m and costs £80 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 10h 2m.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Cumbria is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Aberystwyth to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 819+ hotels available in Cumbria.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Penrith North Lakes
6h 2m
£82–195
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Station409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station590
10h 2m
£45–82
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5T3 / ...
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Penrith North Lakes
8h 7m
Drive 209.9 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Cumbria209.9 mi
4h 11m
£52–75
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakes
6h 34m
£82–160

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Aberystwyth to Cumbria.

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Distance: 243.9 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Cumbria via Shrewsbury, Crewe, and Penrith North Lakes in around 6h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Cumbria via Birmingham Coach Station and Rail Station in around 10h 2m.

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