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

The cheapest way to get from Lanark to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lanark to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 5h 34m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Lanark and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Lanark to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Lanark and arriving at Aberystwyth via Motherwell, Preston, Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

How far is it from Lanark to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Lanark and Aberystwyth is 360 miles. The road distance is 301 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lanark to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 8h 31m and costs £65 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 8h 31m to get from Lanark to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lanark to Aberystwyth bus from?

Lanark to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, depart from Wellgate station.

Where do I catch the Lanark to Aberystwyth train from?

Lanark to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or bus from Lanark to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Lanark to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 8h 31m and costs £65 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 14h 16m.

Where does the Lanark to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Lanark to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Lanark to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Lanark to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Lanark to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanark to Aberystwyth is 301 miles. It takes approximately 5h 34m to drive from Lanark to Aberystwyth.

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

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Lanark to Aberystwyth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Lanark and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Lanark to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Wellgate and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 via Buchanan Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, Chester Bus Interchange, Corwen Car Park and Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 16m.

There are 6 ways to get from Lanark to Aberystwyth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Motherwell to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
8h 31m
£68–232
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carstairs to Wigan North Western
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Llandudno Junction
3. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand B to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
13h 26m
Drive 299.2 mi
1. Drive from Lanark to Aberystwyth299.2 mi
5h 34m
£75–108
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Lanark to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Aberystwyth
7h 53m
£68–156
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wellgate to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
3. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchange
4. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Corwen Car ParkT8
5. Take the bus from Corwen Car Park to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
6. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
14h 16m
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Carluke to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Aberystwyth
8h 45m
£72–168

Lanark to Aberystwyth by train

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8h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 358 mi
Duration: 8h 31m

What companies run services between Lanark, Scotland and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Lanark to Aberystwyth via Motherwell, Preston, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 8h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wellgate to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 via Buchanan Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, Chester Bus Interchange, Corwen Car Park, and Eldon Square 1 in around 14h 16m.

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