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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 4h and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Basingstoke and Aberystwyth is 238 miles. The road distance is 176.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £50 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Basingstoke to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Aberystwyth bus from?

Basingstoke to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Aberystwyth train from?

Basingstoke to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £50 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Basingstoke to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Aberystwyth is 177 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Basingstoke to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to AberystwythBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 1m
£54–294
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
8h 40m
£41–67
Drive 175.6 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Aberystwyth175.6 mi
4h
£44–64
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
8h 44m

Basingstoke to Aberystwyth by train

48Weekly Trains

6h 1mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 236.7 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street in around 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 40m.

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