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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 10h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 5h 3m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Aberystwyth via Moorgate station, London Euston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Colchester to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Colchester and Aberystwyth is 292 miles. The road distance is 264.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs £50 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Colchester to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Aberystwyth bus from?

Colchester to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Aberystwyth train from?

Colchester to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Colchester to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs £50 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 10h 35m.

Where does the Colchester to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Colchester to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Aberystwyth is 265 miles. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Colchester to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
6h 31m
£51–243
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station777
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
10h 35m
£44–104
Drive 263.1 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Aberystwyth263.1 mi
5h 3m
£66–95
Bus, train via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
8h 53m
£59–195
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Station371 / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
10h 48m

Colchester to Aberystwyth by train, foot, and subway

48Weekly Services

6h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 290 mi
Duration: 6h 31m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Aberystwyth via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 35m.

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