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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Llanelli is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Llanelli is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and arriving at West End via The Black Lion and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Llanelli via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Llanelli?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Llanelli is 69 miles. The road distance is 62.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Llanelli without a car is to bus which takes 2h 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Aberystwyth to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Llanelli bus from?

Aberystwyth to Llanelli bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Llanelli train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Llanelli is to bus which takes 2h 33m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £100 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Llanelli bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Llanelli bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at The Black Lion station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Llanelli train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Llanelli is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Aberystwyth to Llanelli.

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

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Where can I stay near Llanelli?

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Carmarthen stationT1c
2h 33m
Drive 62.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Llanelli62.3 mi
1h 43m
£16–23
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to ShrewsburyAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to LlanelliShrewsbury - Swansea / ...
6h 47m
£46–96
Bus via Lampeter
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black LionT1 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 2 to West End195 / ...
4h 8m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 69.1 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Carmarthen station twice daily, and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberystwyth to Llanelli via Shrewsbury in around 6h 47m.

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