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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £23 - £60 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Leeds and arriving at Aberystwyth via Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Leeds to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Leeds and Aberystwyth is 189 miles. The road distance is 166.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Leeds to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Aberystwyth bus from?

Leeds to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Aberystwyth train from?

Leeds to Aberystwyth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Leeds to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Leeds to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £60 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Leeds to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leeds to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Leeds to Aberystwyth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Leeds to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Aberystwyth is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Leeds to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
5h 47m
£43–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
7h 40m
£24–60
Drive 165.1 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Aberystwyth165.1 mi
3h 24m
£42–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leeds to Chester
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
8h 28m

Leeds to Aberystwyth by train

82Weekly Trains

5h 47mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.5 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

You can take a train from Leeds to Aberystwyth via Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury in around 5h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 40m.

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