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

The cheapest way to get from Accrington to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £20 - £50 and takes 9h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Accrington to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Accrington and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Accrington to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Infant Street and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Hanover Street, Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Accrington and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Accrington to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Accrington and arriving at Aberystwyth via Preston, Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Accrington to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Accrington and Aberystwyth is 182 miles. The road distance is 145 miles.

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

The best way to get from Accrington to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Accrington to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Accrington to Aberystwyth bus from?

Accrington to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Accrington to Aberystwyth train from?

Accrington to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Accrington to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Accrington to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 9h 11m.

Where does the Accrington to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Accrington to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Accrington to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Accrington to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Accrington to Aberystwyth is 145 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Accrington to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
6h 6m
£45–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
9h 11m
£20–50
Bus, train via Chester
1. Take the bus from Infant Street to Shudehill InterchangeX41
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chester
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
4. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
9h 5m
Drive 144.1 mi
1. Drive from Accrington to Aberystwyth144.1 mi
3h 7m
£36–52
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Infant Street to Shudehill InterchangeX41
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
6h 17m

Accrington to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 181.2 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Accrington, England and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Accrington to Aberystwyth via Preston, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 6h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Infant Street to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Shudehill Interchange, Hanover Street, Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 11m.

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