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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Arle Court Transport Hub and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Cheltenham and Aberystwyth is 169 miles. The road distance is 112 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Cheltenham to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Aberystwyth bus from?

Cheltenham to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Aberystwyth train from?

Cheltenham to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £30 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Cheltenham to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Aberystwyth is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Cheltenham to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New StreetBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to AberystwythBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 38m
£34–119
Drive 111.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Aberystwyth111.4 mi
2h 37m
£28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
6h 20m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
7h 12m
£31–60

Cheltenham to Aberystwyth by train

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4h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168.4 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Promenade to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Arle Court Transport Hub and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 12m.

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