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

The cheapest way to get from Alston to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £55 - £80 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alston to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Alston and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Alston to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Hendersons Garage and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Halston Hotel, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 6m.

How far is it from Alston to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Alston and Aberystwyth is 285 miles. The road distance is 225 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alston to Aberystwyth without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 50m to get from Alston to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alston to Aberystwyth bus from?

Alston to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Telfords Coaches, depart from Hendersons Garage station.

Where does the Alston to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Alston to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Telfords Coaches, arrive at The Courts station.

Can I drive from Alston to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Alston to Aberystwyth is 225 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Alston to Aberystwyth.

Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

There are 777+ hotels available in Aberystwyth.

Alston to Aberystwyth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, Steam train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Alston to Aberystwyth by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Hendersons Garage to The Courts
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
7h 50m
Drive 223.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alston to Aberystwyth223.7 mi
4h 28m
£55–80
Bus, Steam train
1. Take the bus from Hendersons Garage to The Courts
2. Take the train from Carlisle 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
12h 58m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hendersons Garage to The Courts
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Leeds City Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station131 / ...
4. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
13h 6m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Alston to Aberystwyth.

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Distance: 283.2 mi
Duration: 7h 50m

What companies run services between Alston, Cumbria, England and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a bus from Hendersons Garage to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via The Courts, Halston Hotel, Leeds City Bus Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 13h 6m.

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