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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Aberystwyth via Bournemouth and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Poole to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Poole and Aberystwyth is 304 miles. The road distance is 185.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 8h 6m and costs £45 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 8h 6m to get from Poole to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Aberystwyth bus from?

Poole to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Aberystwyth train from?

Poole to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Poole to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Poole to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 8h 6m and costs £45 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 10h 30m.

Where does the Poole to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Poole to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Poole to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Poole to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Poole to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Aberystwyth is 185 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Poole to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
8h 6m
£46–251
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
10h 30m
£40–86
Drive 184.1 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Aberystwythcar 184.1 mi
4h 18m
£45–65
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Fareham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
10h 39m

Poole to Aberystwyth by train

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8h 6mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Poole to Aberystwyth.

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Distance: 302.3 mi
Duration: 8h 6m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Aberystwyth via Bournemouth and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 30m.

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