What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 10h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 5h 22m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Travel Centre via Birmingham Coach Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Southend Victoria via Birmingham New Street, Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Southend-on-Sea is 281 miles. The road distance is 246.5 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs £35 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea bus from?

Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea train from?

Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs £35 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 10h 49m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea is 246 miles. It takes approximately 5h 22m to drive from Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea?

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Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Euston
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoria
6h 3m
£37–193
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 Coach Station777
10h 49m
£34–88
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Victoria
8h 1m
Drive 245.1 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea245.1 mi
5h 22m
£61–88

Aberystwyth to Southend-on-Sea by train, subway, and foot

48Weekly Services

6h 3mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 279.8 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Southend-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Southend Victoria via Birmingham New Street, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Travel Centre via Birmingham Coach Station, Coach Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 10h 49m.

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