What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Port Talbot is to drive which costs £18 - £28 and takes 1h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Port Talbot?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 station and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Port Talbot?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Port Talbot is 86 miles. The road distance is 75.7 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Port Talbot without a car is to bus which takes 3h 12m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth to Port Talbot?

The bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 takes 3h 12m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Port Talbot bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Port Talbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Port Talbot is to bus which takes 3h 12m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £100 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Port Talbot bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Port Talbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Port Talbot is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Aberystwyth to Port Talbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth to Port Talbot?

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Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

There are 1088+ hotels available in Port Talbot.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Port Talbot by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6T1c
3h 12m
Drive 75.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Port Talbot75.3 mi
1h 48m
£19–28
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to ShrewsburyAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Port Talbot ParkwayManchester Piccadilly - Port Talbot Parkway / ...
5h 55m
£61–96
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Carmarthen stationT1c
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Port Talbot ParkwayMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
3h 28m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 85.5 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Port Talbot, Wales?

Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 twice daily, and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberystwyth to Port Talbot Parkway via Shrewsbury in around 5h 55m.

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