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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Aberystwyth is to car ferry and drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Aberystwyth is to car ferry and drive which takes 5h 42m and costs £50 - £80.

How far is it from Dublin to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Dublin and Aberystwyth is 167 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to Aberystwyth without a car is to ferry and bus via Holyhead which takes 9h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Dublin to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

There are 776+ hotels available in Aberystwyth.

Dublin to Aberystwyth - 5 ways to travel via train, car ferry, car, and ferry

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
2. Drive from Holyhead to Aberystwyth
5h 42m
£53–78
Ferry, bus via Holyhead
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
9h 19m
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead
2. Take the train from Holyhead to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
10h 10m
£81–113
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
9h 21m
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
9h 30m

Dublin to Aberystwyth by ferry, foot, and train

21Weekly Services

10h 10mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Aberystwyth, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Dublin to Aberystwyth. However, you can take the car ferry to Holyhead then drive to Aberystwyth. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 via Holyhead, Holyhead, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor Railway Station H in around 9h 19m.

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