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 50m.

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 50m 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 5m.

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 44m.

How far is it from Axminster to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Axminster and Aberystwyth is 317 miles. The road distance is 173.1 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 44m and costs £75 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 44m 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 44m and costs £75 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 5m.

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 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m 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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
7h 44m
£75–234
Drive 172.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Axminster to Aberystwyth172.1 mi
3h 50m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstones30
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Sophia GardensCp5
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
10h 5m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstones30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
10h 7m

Axminster to Aberystwyth by train

48Weekly Trains

7h 44mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 315.4 mi
Duration: 7h 44m

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 44m. 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 5m.

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