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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Rhyl is to bus and line 2 bus which costs £14 - £25 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Rhyl is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Rhyl?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Rhyl station. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Rhyl Bus Station Stand D via Welshpool Bus Station Stand B, Bus Station, Wrexham Bus Station 6 and Lenten Pool. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Rhyl?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Rhyl. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Rhyl via Wrexham General. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Rhyl?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Rhyl is 154 miles. The road distance is 84.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Rhyl without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Aberystwyth to Rhyl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Rhyl bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Rhyl train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Rhyl?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Rhyl is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus, which costs £14 - £25 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Rhyl bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Rhyl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Rhyl train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Rhyl train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Wrexham General station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Rhyl?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Rhyl is 84 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Aberystwyth to Rhyl.

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

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Where can I stay near Rhyl?

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Aberystwyth to Rhyl - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 2 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Wrexham Generaltrain Aberystwyth - Chester
2. Take the train from Wrexham General to Rhyltrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
4h 16m
£52–83
Bus, line 2 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Welshpool Bus Station Stand Abus 409
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wrexham Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 6 to Lenten Poolbus T51
7h 20m
£14–25
Drive 84 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Rhylcar 84 mi
2h 9m
£21–30
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Rhyltrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
4h 17m
£52–83

Aberystwyth to Rhyl by train

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Distance: 152.8 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Rhyl via Wrexham General in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Rhyl Bus Station Stand D via Welshpool Bus Station Stand B, Bus Station, Wrexham Bus Station, Wrexham Bus Station 6, and Lenten Pool in around 7h 20m.

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