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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Arle Court Tpt Hub and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Gloucester and Aberystwyth is 176 miles. The road distance is 105.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Gloucester to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Aberystwyth bus from?

Gloucester to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Tpt Hub station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Aberystwyth train from?

Gloucester to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Gloucester station.

Train or bus from Gloucester to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Gloucester to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gloucester to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gloucester to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Aberystwyth is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Gloucester to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 54m
£63–104
Drive 104.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gloucester to Aberystwythcar 104.5 mi
2h 26m
£26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Tpt Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
7h 30m
£28–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
4. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1 / ...
6h 28m
£65–116

Gloucester to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 175 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a train from Gloucester to Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Transport Hub to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Arle Court Tpt Hub and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 30m.

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