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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Pontefract is to bus which costs £24 - £70 and takes 8h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Pontefract is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Stuart Road A via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Pontefract?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Pontefract is 193 miles. The road distance is 175.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Pontefract without a car is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Aberystwyth to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Pontefract bus from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Pontefract?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Pontefract is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £70 and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Pontefract bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Pontefract is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Aberystwyth to Pontefract.

Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1526+ hotels available in Pontefract.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgate
6h 15m
£42–117
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 Leeds City Bus & Coach Station131 / ...
8h 39m
£25–67
Drive 174.5 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Pontefract174.5 mi
3h 32m
£44–63
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 Leeds
9h 24m

Aberystwyth to Pontefract by train and bus

83Weekly Services

6h 15mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 192.2 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Valley Gardens A via Shrewsbury, Manchester Piccadilly, Wakefield Kirkgate, and Kirkgate A in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Stuart Road A via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 39m.

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