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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £20 - £60 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Aberystwyth via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Manchester to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Manchester and Aberystwyth is 145 miles. The road distance is 128.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £27 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Manchester to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Aberystwyth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Manchester to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £27 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £60 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Manchester to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Aberystwyth is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Manchester to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Aberystwyth 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 2m
£27–72
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
7h 10m
£20–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
6h 37m
Drive 127.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Aberystwythcar 127.6 mi
2h 49m
£32–46

Manchester to Aberystwyth by train

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4h 2mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Aberystwyth.

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Distance: 143.9 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Aberystwyth via Shrewsbury in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 10m.

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