What is the cheapest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth?

The cheapest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth?

The fastest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Colwyn Bay and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Colwyn Bay and arriving at Aberystwyth via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Colwyn Bay and Aberystwyth is 164 miles. The road distance is 83.7 miles.

How do I travel from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth without a car?

The best way to get from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £45 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth train from?

Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Colwyn Bay station.

Train or bus from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £45 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth is 84 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth.

How do I get a train ticket from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth?

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

There are 778+ hotels available in Aberystwyth.

Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colwyn Bay to ShrewsburyHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to AberystwythBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 33m
£47–67
Drive 83.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth83.2 mi
2h 2m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
4h 59m

Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth by train

82Weekly Trains

4h 33mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.1 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Colwyn Bay, Wales and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Colwyn Bay to Aberystwyth via Shrewsbury in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, Lloyd's Coaches operates a bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 hourly, and the journey takes 3h 51m.

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