What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Aberaeron?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Aberaeron is to drive which costs £35 - £50 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Aberaeron?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Aberaeron is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Aberaeron?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Aberaeron. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Alban Square 1 via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

How far is it from Manchester to Aberaeron?

The distance between Manchester and Aberaeron is 161 miles. The road distance is 143.1 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Aberaeron without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Aberaeron without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Aberaeron?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Manchester to Aberaeron, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Aberaeron bus from?

Manchester to Aberaeron bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Aberaeron?

The best way to get from Manchester to Aberaeron is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h 53m.

Where does the Manchester to Aberaeron bus arrive?

Manchester to Aberaeron bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Aberaeron?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Aberaeron is 143 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Manchester to Aberaeron.

Where can I stay near Aberaeron?

There are 672+ hotels available in Aberaeron.

Manchester to Aberaeron - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Aberaeron by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 45m
£56–101
Drive 142.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Aberaeroncar 142.3 mi
3h 12m
£35–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
7h 43m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
7h 53m
£42–103

Manchester to Aberaeron by train and bus

60Weekly Services

4h 45mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Aberaeron.

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Distance: 160.2 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Aberaeron, Wales?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Alban Square 1 via Shrewsbury, Aberystwyth, and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Alban Square 1 via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 7h 53m.

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