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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Bus Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Melksham and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Melksham and arriving at Aberystwyth via Swindon, Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Melksham to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Melksham and Aberystwyth is 255 miles. The road distance is 136.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melksham to Aberystwyth without a car is to train via Swindon which takes 6h 36m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Melksham to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Aberystwyth bus from?

Melksham to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Aberystwyth train from?

Melksham to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Melksham to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Melksham to Aberystwyth is to train via Swindon which takes 6h 36m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Melksham to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Melksham to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Where does the Melksham to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Melksham to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Melksham to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Aberystwyth is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Melksham to Aberystwyth.

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

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

There are 6 ways to get from Melksham 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 via Swindon
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
6h 36m
£70–159
Drive 135.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Melksham to Aberystwyth135.5 mi
3h 11m
£34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
7h 42m
Train
1. Take the train from Bradford-on-Avon to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
7h 11m
£72–159
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeon804
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
8h 29m
Bus via Bristol Airport (BRS)
1. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Sarn OdeonUk910
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
8h 57m

Melksham to Aberystwyth by train

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6h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 253.6 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Melksham to Aberystwyth via Swindon, Newport (S Wales), and Shrewsbury in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Bus Station and Sarn Odeon in around 8h 29m.

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