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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £21 - £60 and takes 8h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Shiffnall Street and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Aberystwyth via Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Bolton to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Bolton and Aberystwyth is 156 miles. The road distance is 126.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £29 - £85.

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

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

Where do I catch the Bolton to Aberystwyth bus from?

Bolton to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Aberystwyth train from?

Bolton to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Bolton to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £29 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £60 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Bolton to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bolton to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bolton to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Aberystwyth is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Bolton to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 5m
£30–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
8h 49m
£21–60
Drive 125.9 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Aberystwythcar 125.9 mi
2h 57m
£31–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
8h 52m

Bolton to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 155 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Aberystwyth via Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shiffnall Street to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 49m.

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