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

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Birkenhead to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Birkenhead Central and arriving at Aberystwyth via Chester and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Birkenhead to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Birkenhead and Aberystwyth is 138 miles. The road distance is 99.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £26 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Birkenhead to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Aberystwyth train from?

Birkenhead to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Birkenhead to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £26 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Birkenhead to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Birkenhead to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to Aberystwyth is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Birkenhead to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

There are 780+ hotels available in Aberystwyth.

Birkenhead to Aberystwyth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Birkenhead to Aberystwyth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 53m
£26–71
Drive 98.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birkenhead to Aberystwythcar 98.7 mi
2h 20m
£25–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
6h 22m

Birkenhead to Aberystwyth by train

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4h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137.4 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Birkenhead Central to Aberystwyth via Chester and Shrewsbury in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 via Chester, Railway Station, Wrexham Bus Station 5, and Eldon Square 1 in around 6h 22m.

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