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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog is to bus via Minffordd Ffestiniog station which costs £9 - £13 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Ffestiniog?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Ffestiniog. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 and arriving at Highgate via The Australia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Ffestiniog?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Minffordd via Dovey Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Ffestiniog is 68 miles. The road distance is 51.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog without a car is to bus which takes 3h 11m and costs £9 - £13.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog bus from?

Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog train from?

Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Dovey Junction station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog is to bus which takes 3h 11m and costs £9 - £13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Porthmadog Park Stand B station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Minffordd station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Aberystwyth to Ffestiniog.

Where can I stay near Ffestiniog?

There are 1481+ hotels available in Ffestiniog.

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 to Porthmadog Park Stand Bbus 1
3h 11m
£10–12
Train
1. Take the train from Dovey Junction to Minfforddtrain Machynlleth - Pwllheli
4h 13m
£20–33
Drive 51.6 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Ffestiniogcar 51.6 mi
1h 11m
£13–19
Bus via Minffordd Ffestiniog station
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Minffordd stationbus T2
3h 16m
£10–12

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Distance: 68.1 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Ffestiniog, Wales?

TaithCymru operates a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 to Porthmadog Park Stand B every 3 hours, and the journey takes 2h 2m. Lloyd's Coaches also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Dovey Junction to Minffordd every 4 hours. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 1h 42m.

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