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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Rawtenstall is to bus which costs £20 - £55 and takes 7h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Rawtenstall is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Rawtenstall?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Rawtenstall station. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Bus station via Birmingham Coach Station, Charlotte Street and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Rawtenstall?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Rawtenstall is 163 miles. The road distance is 139.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Rawtenstall without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £30 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Aberystwyth to Rawtenstall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Rawtenstall bus from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Rawtenstall?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Rawtenstall is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £30 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £55 and takes 7h 51m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Rawtenstall bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Rawtenstall?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Rawtenstall is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Aberystwyth to Rawtenstall.

Where can I stay near Rawtenstall?

There are 2312+ hotels available in Rawtenstall.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Rawtenstall 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 / ...
4h 57m
£34–83
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 / ...
7h 51m
£21–52
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
7h 35m
Drive 139.1 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Rawtenstall139.1 mi
2h 58m
£35–51

Aberystwyth to Rawtenstall by train, tram, and bus

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4h 57mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.1 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Bus station via Shrewsbury, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Shudehill, and Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Bus station via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, and Shudehill Interchange in around 7h 51m.

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