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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £25 - £55 and takes 10h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Aberystwyth via Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Carlisle and Aberystwyth is 255 miles. The road distance is 226.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs £35 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Carlisle to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Aberystwyth bus from?

Carlisle to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 10h 10m.

Where does the Carlisle to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Aberystwyth is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Carlisle to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
6h 3m
£39–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
10h 10m
£25–53
Drive 225.6 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Aberystwythcar 225.6 mi
4h 25m
£55–80
Steam train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Chestertrain
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
10h 15m

Carlisle to Aberystwyth by train

84Weekly Trains

6h 3mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carlisle to Aberystwyth.

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Distance: 253.5 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Aberystwyth via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 10m.

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