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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Shipley is to bus which costs £25 - £70 and takes 8h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Shipley is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Shipley?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Shipley. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Thackley Old Road via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Shipley?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Shipley. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Shipley via Shrewsbury, Manchester Piccadilly and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Shipley?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Shipley is 199 miles. The road distance is 163.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Shipley without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Aberystwyth to Shipley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Shipley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Shipley train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Shipley?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Shipley is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £70 and takes 8h 28m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Shipley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberystwyth to Shipley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Shipley?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Shipley is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Aberystwyth to Shipley.

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

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Where can I stay near Shipley?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Shipley 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 Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Leeds
5h 50m
£42–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Station409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station131 / ...
8h 28m
£26–66
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5T3 / ...
3. Take the train from Chester to Bradford Interchange
8h 15m
Drive 162.8 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Shipley162.8 mi
3h 26m
£41–59
Train via Chester
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chester
3. Take the train from Chester to Bradford Interchange
6h 39m
£35–96

Aberystwyth to Shipley by train

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5h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198.1 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Shipley, Bradford, England?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Shipley via Shrewsbury, Manchester Piccadilly, and Leeds in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Thackley Old Road via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 28m.

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