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 38m.

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 38m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

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 37m.

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 37m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m 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 Royal Well Bus 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 37m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h.

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 38m 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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 37m
£69–118
Drive 111.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Aberystwythcar 111.4 mi
2h 38m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
6h
£34–83
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
6h 52m

Cheltenham to Aberystwyth by train

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4h 37mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.5 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h.

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