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

The cheapest way to get from Maidenhead to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidenhead to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Maidenhead and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidenhead station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Rail Station - Clocktower and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Maidenhead and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Maidenhead to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Maidenhead and arriving at Aberystwyth via Reading and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Maidenhead to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Maidenhead and Aberystwyth is 234 miles. The road distance is 185.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidenhead to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs £55 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Maidenhead to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidenhead to Aberystwyth bus from?

Maidenhead to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Maidenhead to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidenhead to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Maidenhead to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs £55 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £70 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Maidenhead to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Maidenhead to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Maidenhead to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidenhead to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidenhead to Aberystwyth is 185 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Maidenhead to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to AberystwythBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 20m
£58–200
Drive 184 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Maidenhead to Aberystwyth184 mi
4h 4m
£46–66
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
7h 19m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
8h 27m
£50–69

Maidenhead to Aberystwyth by train

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6h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 232.9 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a train from Maidenhead to Aberystwyth via Reading and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 twice daily. Tickets cost £30–45 and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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