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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Bus Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Exeter to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Exeter and Aberystwyth is 290 miles. The road distance is 185.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 6h 27m and costs £85 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Exeter to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Aberystwyth bus from?

Exeter to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Aberystwyth train from?

Exeter to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Exeter to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 27m and costs £85 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Exeter to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Exeter to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Exeter to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Aberystwyth is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Exeter to Aberystwyth.

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

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Exeter to Aberystwyth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Exeter to Aberystwyth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to AberystwythBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 27m
£86–223
Drive 184.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Aberystwyth184.3 mi
3h 53m
£47–67
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
7h 40m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeon
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
8h 33m

Exeter to Aberystwyth by train

48Weekly Trains

6h 27mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 287.9 mi
Duration: 6h 27m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street in around 6h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Bus Station and Sarn Odeon in around 8h 33m.

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