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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Bus Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Aberystwyth via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Barnstaple and Aberystwyth is 329 miles. The road distance is 203 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 8h 10m and costs £75 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 8h 10m to get from Barnstaple to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Aberystwyth bus from?

Barnstaple to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Aberystwyth train from?

Barnstaple to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 8h 10m and costs £75 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 59m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Barnstaple to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Aberystwyth is 203 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Barnstaple to Aberystwyth.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Barnstaple to Aberystwyth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple 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
8h 10m
£76–240
Drive 201.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Aberystwyth201.8 mi
4h 12m
£51–74
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
9h 45m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeon
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
9h 59m

Barnstaple to Aberystwyth by train

48Weekly Trains

8h 10mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 326.7 mi
Duration: 8h 10m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Aberystwyth via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Bus Station and Sarn Odeon in around 9h 59m.

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