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

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bath to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bath and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Bath station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Bath and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Bath to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Bath Spa and arriving at Aberystwyth via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Bath to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Bath and Aberystwyth is 214 miles. The road distance is 125.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bath to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Bath to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bath to Aberystwyth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bath to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Bath to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Bath to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Bath to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Bath to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Where does the Bath to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Bath to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Bath to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Aberystwyth is 126 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Bath to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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Bath to Aberystwyth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bath to Aberystwyth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
5h 54m
£70–132
Drive 125 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bath to Aberystwyth125 mi
3h 7m
£32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
6h 19m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeon804
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
6h 45m
Bus via Airport Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Sarn OdeonUk910
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
8h 8m

Bath to Aberystwyth by train

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5h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 212.4 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

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

You can take a train from Bath Spa to Aberystwyth via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury in around 5h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Sarn Odeon in around 6h 45m.

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