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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Aberystwyth via Preston, Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Blackpool and Aberystwyth is 182 miles. The road distance is 146.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Aberystwyth without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 47m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Blackpool to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Aberystwyth bus from?

Blackpool to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Aberystwyth train from?

Blackpool to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Aberystwyth is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 47m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Blackpool to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Blackpool to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Blackpool to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Aberystwyth is 146 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Blackpool to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
5h 47m
£58–119
Drive 145.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackpool to Aberystwythcar 145.4 mi
3h 39m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
8h 45m
£49–122
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
6h 5m
£73–134
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
8h 46m

Blackpool to Aberystwyth by train

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Map of how to get from Blackpool to Aberystwyth.

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Distance: 181.4 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Aberystwyth via Preston, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 5h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 45m.

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