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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Guildford station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Aberystwyth via Reading and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Guildford to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Guildford and Aberystwyth is 249 miles. The road distance is 203.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs £60 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Guildford to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Aberystwyth bus from?

Guildford to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Aberystwyth train from?

Guildford to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Guildford station.

Train or bus from Guildford to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Guildford to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs £60 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 58m.

Where does the Guildford to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Guildford to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Guildford to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Guildford to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Guildford to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Aberystwyth is 204 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Guildford to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
6h 49m
£60–228
Drive 202.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Guildford to Aberystwyth202.6 mi
4h 19m
£51–74
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Guildford to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
7h 48m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
8h 58m

Guildford to Aberystwyth by train

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6h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 247.1 mi
Duration: 6h 49m

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

You can take a train from Guildford to Aberystwyth via Reading and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Guildford station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 58m.

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