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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Aberystwyth is to bus via Birmingham which costs £24 - £75 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 4h 40m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Aberystwyth via Victoria station, London Euston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Gatwick and Aberystwyth is 266 miles. The road distance is 227.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £45 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Gatwick to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Aberystwyth bus from?

Gatwick to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Aberystwyth train from?

Gatwick to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £45 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £24 - £75 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Gatwick to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gatwick to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Gatwick to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Aberystwyth is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Gatwick to Aberystwyth.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gatwick to Aberystwyth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
6h 9m
£45–213
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station210
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
8h 45m
£25–74
Drive 226.2 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Aberystwyth226.2 mi
4h 40m
£57–82
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Redhill to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
8h 18m
£66–232
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk940
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
10h 19m

Gatwick to Aberystwyth by train and subway

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6h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 264.7 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Aberystwyth via London Victoria, Victoria station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 45m.

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