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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Rhondda is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Rhondda is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Rhondda?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Rhondda. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and arriving at Ferndale Hotel via Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Rhondda?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Rhondda. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Ystrad Rhondda via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Rhondda?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Rhondda is 207 miles. The road distance is 87.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Rhondda without a car is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Aberystwyth to Rhondda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Rhondda bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Rhondda train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Rhondda?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Rhondda is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Rhondda bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Rhondda bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Tresillian Way station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Rhondda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Rhondda?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Rhondda is 88 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Aberystwyth to Rhondda.

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

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Where can I stay near Rhondda?

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Aberystwyth to Rhondda - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 172 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Rhondda 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 Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 34m
£55–124
Drive 87.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Rhondda87.1 mi
2h 13m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Ferndale Hotel132
6h 24m
Bus, line 172 bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6T1c
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Ferndale Hotel172
6h 24m
Bus, train, line 172 bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black LionT1 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen stationT1 / ...
3. Take the train from Carmarthen to Bridgend
4. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Ferndale Hotel172
6h 28m

Aberystwyth to Rhondda by train

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5h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.8 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Rhondda, Wales?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Ystrad Rhondda via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central in around 5h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Ferndale Hotel via Tresillian Way and Greyfriars Road GF in around 6h 24m.

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