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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 9h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Aberystwyth via Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Penrith to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Penrith and Aberystwyth is 237 miles. The road distance is 208.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Penrith to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Aberystwyth bus from?

Penrith to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Aberystwyth train from?

Penrith to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Penrith to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Penrith to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Penrith to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Penrith to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Aberystwyth is 208 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Penrith to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
5h 46m
£36–108
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
9h 40m
£40–66
Drive 206.9 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Aberystwythcar 206.9 mi
4h 4m
£50–72
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
6h 21m
£40–141

Penrith to Aberystwyth by train

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5h 46mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Penrith to Aberystwyth.

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Distance: 235.8 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Aberystwyth via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 40m.

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