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

The cheapest way to get from Bradford to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bradford to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bradford and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Bradford to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Nelson Street N2 and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bradford and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Bradford to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Bradford Interchange and arriving at Aberystwyth via Victoria, Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Bradford to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Bradford and Aberystwyth is 186 miles. The road distance is 161.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bradford to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Bradford to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bradford to Aberystwyth bus from?

Bradford to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Nelson Street N2 station.

Where do I catch the Bradford to Aberystwyth train from?

Bradford to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bradford Interchange station.

Train or bus from Bradford to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Bradford to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Bradford to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bradford to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Bradford to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Bradford to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bradford to Aberystwyth is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Bradford to Aberystwyth.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bradford to Aberystwyth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Manchester Victoria
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
5h 52m
£42–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nelson Street N2 to Birmingham Coach Station131
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
8h 30m
£26–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Chester
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
8h 6m
Drive 160.4 mi
1. Drive from Bradford to Aberystwyth160.4 mi
3h 22m
£41–59

Bradford to Aberystwyth by train and tram

82Weekly Services

5h 52mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.5 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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

You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Aberystwyth via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Shrewsbury in around 5h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nelson Street N2 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 30m.

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