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 £30 - £65 and takes 9h 34m.

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 Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.

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 5h 59m.

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 5h 59m and costs £35 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m 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 Heathrow Central Bus 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 5h 59m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 9h 34m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

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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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 Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 59m
£39–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
9h 34m
£32–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
8h 44m
Drive 175.6 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Aberystwythcar 175.6 mi
4h
£43–62

Basingstoke to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 236.7 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

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 5h 59m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 twice daily. Tickets cost £30–45 and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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