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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Shotton is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Shotton is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Shotton?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth to Shotton. However, there are services departing from North Parade and arriving at Ash Grove via Eldon Square 1, Corwen Car Park and Broughton Park Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Shotton?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Shotton. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Shotton via Shrewsbury and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Shotton?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Shotton is 132 miles. The road distance is 84.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Shotton without a car is to train via Chester which takes 4h 1m and costs £20 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Aberystwyth to Shotton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Shotton bus from?

Aberystwyth to Shotton bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from North Parade station.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Shotton train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Shotton?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Shotton is to train via Chester which takes 4h 1m and costs £20 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Shotton bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Shotton bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Eldon Square 1 station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Shotton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Shotton?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Shotton is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Aberystwyth to Shotton.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotton?

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

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

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Train via Chester
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to ShrewsburyAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to ChesterShrewsbury - Chester / ...
4h 1m
£20–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Fire StationT3 / ...
5h 3m
Drive 84.3 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Shotton84.3 mi
1h 59m
£22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to ShrewsburyAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to ShottonBirmingham International - Holyhead / ...
4h 5m
£30–49
Bus via Corwen
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Corwen Car ParkT3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Corwen Car Park to Broughton Park TescoT8
5h 16m

Aberystwyth to Shotton by train

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Distance: 130.8 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Shotton via Shrewsbury and Chester in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Parade to Shotton High Level via Eldon Square 1, Wrexham Fire Station, and Wrexham General in around 5h 3m.

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