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

The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £25 - £70 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castleford to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Castleford and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Castleford to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Wellington Street Business Pk and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Castleford and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Castleford to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Castleford and arriving at Aberystwyth via Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Castleford to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Castleford and Aberystwyth is 191 miles. The road distance is 172.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castleford to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Castleford to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Aberystwyth bus from?

Castleford to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Aberystwyth train from?

Castleford to Aberystwyth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Castleford station.

Train or bus from Castleford to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Castleford to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £70 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Castleford to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Castleford to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Castleford to Aberystwyth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Castleford to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Castleford to Aberystwyth is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Castleford to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castleford to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
5h 59m
£46–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
8h 55m
£25–66
Drive 171.9 mi
1. Drive from Castleford to Aberystwyth171.9 mi
3h 32m
£44–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leeds 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
10h 22m

Castleford to Aberystwyth by train

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5h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 189.5 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

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

You can take a train from Castleford to Aberystwyth via Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury in around 5h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wellington Street Business Pk to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 55m.

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