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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Reading is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Reading. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Reading via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Reading?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Reading is 223 miles. The road distance is 177.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Reading without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £40 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Aberystwyth to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Reading bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Reading?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Reading is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £40 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £80 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Reading bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Reading train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Reading is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Aberystwyth to Reading.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 6m
£40–138
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
6h 7m
Drive 176.1 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Readingcar 176.1 mi
3h 48m
£44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
8h 5m
£57–76

Aberystwyth to Reading by train

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Distance: 221.3 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Reading via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 8h 5m.

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