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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbria to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbria to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs £50 - £75.

How far is it from Cumbria to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Cumbria and Aberystwyth is 245 miles. The road distance is 211.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbria to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Cumbria to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Train or bus from Cumbria to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Cumbria to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £100 and takes 9h 52m.

Can I drive from Cumbria to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbria to Aberystwyth is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Cumbria to Aberystwyth.

Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

There are 777+ hotels available in Aberystwyth.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cumbria 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 Penrith North Lakes to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
5h 57m
£59–126
Drive 210.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cumbria to Aberystwyth210.4 mi
4h 12m
£52–75
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Warrington Bank Quay
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
8h 57m
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
6h 32m
£80–164
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Station590
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
9h 52m
£61–99

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cumbria to Aberystwyth.

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Distance: 243.9 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cumbria to Aberystwyth via Penrith North Lakes, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cumbria to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Rail Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 52m.

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