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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via County Hall, Sophia Gardens and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Axminster and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Axminster to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Aberystwyth via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Axminster to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Axminster and Aberystwyth is 317 miles. The road distance is 176.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Axminster to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 7h 39m and costs £55 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Axminster to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Aberystwyth bus from?

Axminster to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, depart from Trinity Square station.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Aberystwyth train from?

Axminster to Aberystwyth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Axminster station.

Train or bus from Axminster to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Axminster to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 7h 39m and costs £55 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 6m.

Where does the Axminster to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Axminster to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Waterstones station.

Where does the Axminster to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Axminster to Aberystwyth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Axminster to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Aberystwyth is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Axminster to Aberystwyth.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Axminster to Aberystwyth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain
7h 39m
£56–199
Drive 175.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Axminster to Aberystwythcar 175.2 mi
3h 47m
£43–62
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
10h
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
10h 6m

Axminster to Aberystwyth by train

48Weekly Trains

7h 39mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Axminster to Aberystwyth.

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Distance: 315.4 mi
Duration: 7h 39m

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

You can take a train from Axminster to Aberystwyth via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Square to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Waterstones, County Hall, Sophia Gardens, and Sarn Odeon in around 10h 6m.

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