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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Reading to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Reading and Aberystwyth is 223 miles. The road distance is 177.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs £50 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Reading to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Aberystwyth bus from?

Reading to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Reading to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs £50 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £80 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Reading to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Reading to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Aberystwyth is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Reading to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to AberystwythBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 33m
£50–195
Drive 176.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Aberystwyth176.2 mi
3h 49m
£44–64
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
6h 34m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
8h 45m
£58–78

Reading to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 221.3 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 45m.

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