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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £22 - £55 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Mechanics Institute and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Aberystwyth via Preston, Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Burnley to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Burnley and Aberystwyth is 188 miles. The road distance is 148 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Burnley to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Aberystwyth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Burnley to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Burnley to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Burnley to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 9h.

Where does the Burnley to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Burnley to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Burnley to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Aberystwyth is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Burnley to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
6h 1m
£47–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
9h
£22–52
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria 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 53m
Drive 147.1 mi
1. Drive from Burnley to Aberystwyth147.1 mi
3h 14m
£37–53
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill InterchangeX43
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
6h 13m

Burnley to Aberystwyth by train

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6h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 187.1 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Aberystwyth via Preston, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mechanics Institute to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Shudehill Interchange, Chorlton Street Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h.

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