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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Dorset is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Sarn Odeon, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Dorchester South via Birmingham New Street and Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Dorset?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Dorset is 332 miles. The road distance is 177.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 9h 41m and costs £120 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 9h 41m to get from Aberystwyth to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Dorset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Dorset?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Dorset is to train which takes 9h 41m and costs £120 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 27m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberystwyth to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Dorset is 178 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Aberystwyth to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2446+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Dorset 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 Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain
9h 41m
£127–207
Drive 176.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Dorsetcar 176.5 mi
4h 14m
£44–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Sarn Odeonbus T1c
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G23
3. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to South Stationbus G30
11h 27m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth University to Carmarthen stationbus
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Weymouthtrain
10h 58m

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Distance: 329.6 mi
Duration: 9h 41m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Birmingham New Street, Bournemouth, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 9h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Sarn Odeon, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, and South Station in around 11h 27m.

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