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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Exeter is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Exeter is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and arriving at Exeter via Sarn Odeon and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Exeter?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Exeter is 289 miles. The road distance is 188.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs £130 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Aberystwyth to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Exeter bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Exeter?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Exeter is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs £130 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 33m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberystwyth to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Exeter is 189 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Aberystwyth to Exeter.

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

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Exeter by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 25m
£134–212
Drive 187.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Exetercar 187.7 mi
3h 49m
£47–67
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
7h 47m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Sarn Odeonbus T1c
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus
9h 33m

Aberystwyth to Exeter by train

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6h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 287.7 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street in around 6h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Exeter via Sarn Odeon and Bristol Bus Station in around 9h 33m.

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