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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Manchester is to bus which costs £20 - £55 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Manchester?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Manchester is 145 miles. The road distance is 128.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Aberystwyth to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Manchester bus from?

Aberystwyth to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Manchester?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £55 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Manchester bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Manchester is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Aberystwyth to Manchester.

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to ShrewsburyAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 54m
£30–66
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 Manchester Central Coach Station120 / ...
6h 38m
£21–51
Drive 127.4 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Manchester127.4 mi
2h 48m
£32–47
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 Chester to Manchester Victoria
6h 42m

Aberystwyth to Manchester by train

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Distance: 143.9 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Manchester Piccadilly via Shrewsbury in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 38m.

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