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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Sherborne is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 49m.

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 49m 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 7 and arriving at Greenhill via Sarn Odeon, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

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 2m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Sherborne?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Sherborne is 289 miles. The road distance is 157.3 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 2m and costs £90 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 8h 2m 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 Mid Wales Travel, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

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 2m and costs £90 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Sherborne bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Sherborne bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Sarn Odeon 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 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m 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?

There are 735+ hotels available in Sherborne.

Aberystwyth to Sherborne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Sherborne by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Salisbury
4. Take the train from Salisbury to Sherborne
8h 2m
£91–191
Drive 156.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Sherborne156.4 mi
3h 49m
£39–57
Bus, train via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station376
8h 27m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Sarn OdeonT1c
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station376
8h 55m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Weston-super-Mare
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station376
10h 28m

Aberystwyth to Sherborne by train

84Weekly Trains

8h 2mAverage Duration

£91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 287.8 mi
Duration: 8h 2m

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 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Greenhill via Sarn Odeon, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 55m.

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