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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Aberystwyth via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Holyhead and Aberystwyth is 117 miles. The road distance is 102.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Aberystwyth without a car is to bus which takes 5h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Holyhead to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Aberystwyth train from?

Holyhead to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Train or bus from Holyhead to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Holyhead to Aberystwyth is to bus which takes 5h 19m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £140 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Holyhead to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Holyhead to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Aberystwyth is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Holyhead to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

There are 844+ hotels available in Aberystwyth.

Holyhead to Aberystwyth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Holyhead to Aberystwyth by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
5h 19m
Drive 101.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holyhead to Aberystwythcar 101.5 mi
2h 18m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 39m
£78–137

Holyhead to Aberystwyth by train

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5h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 116.7 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Aberystwyth, Wales?

Lloyd's Coaches operates a bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 every 4 hours, and the journey takes 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Holyhead to Aberystwyth via Shrewsbury in around 5h 39m.

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