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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Sherborne is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 10h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Sherborne is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Sherborne?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Sherborne. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Greenhill via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Sherborne?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Sherborne. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Sherborne via Shrewsbury, Newport (S Wales) and Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Sherborne?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Sherborne is 290 miles. The road distance is 158 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Sherborne without a car is to train which takes 8h 4m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Aberystwyth to Sherborne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Sherborne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Sherborne train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Sherborne?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Sherborne is to train which takes 8h 4m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 10h 1m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Sherborne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberystwyth to Sherborne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Sherborne?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Sherborne is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Aberystwyth to Sherborne.

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

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Where can I stay near Sherborne?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Salisburytrain
4. Take the train from Salisbury to Sherbornetrain
8h 4m
£100–185
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
10h 1m
£38–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
9h 9m
£47–107
Drive 157.1 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Sherbornecar 157.1 mi
3h 45m
£40–57

Aberystwyth to Sherborne by train

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Distance: 287.8 mi
Duration: 8h 4m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Sherborne, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Sherborne via Shrewsbury, Newport (S Wales), and Salisbury in around 8h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Greenhill via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 1m.

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