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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Catherine Street E2 and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Kingsway GD and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Aberystwyth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Pontypridd and Aberystwyth is 135 miles. The road distance is 88.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth without a car is to bus which takes 5h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Aberystwyth bus from?

Pontypridd to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Aberystwyth train from?

Pontypridd to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth is to bus which takes 5h 42m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Pontypridd to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Aberystwyth is 88 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth.

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

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Pontypridd to Aberystwyth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
5h 42m
Drive 87.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth87.6 mi
2h
£22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to AberystwythBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 47m
£54–117
Bus via Sarn Odeon
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
5h 44m
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
6h 6m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 133.9 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Pontypridd, Wales and Aberystwyth, Wales?

Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 twice daily, and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 5h 47m.

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