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

The cheapest way to get from Rhondda to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhondda to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Rhondda and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhondda to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Ferndale Hotel and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6 and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Rhondda and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Rhondda to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Ystrad Rhondda and arriving at Aberystwyth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Rhondda to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Rhondda and Aberystwyth is 120 miles. The road distance is 87.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhondda to Aberystwyth without a car is to line 172 bus and bus which takes 6h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Rhondda to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhondda to Aberystwyth bus from?

Rhondda to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Ferndale Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Rhondda to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Rhondda to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Rhondda to Aberystwyth is to line 172 bus and bus which takes 6h 4m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £120 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Rhondda to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Rhondda to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Rhondda to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rhondda to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhondda to Aberystwyth is 88 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Rhondda to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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Rhondda to Aberystwyth - 4 ways to travel via train, line 172 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 172 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ferndale Hotel to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7172
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
6h 4m
Drive 87.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rhondda to Aberystwyth87.1 mi
2h 12m
£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 / ...
6h 8m
£56–113
Line 172 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Penuel to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7172
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Carmarthen
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to The Black LionT1 / ...
4. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1 / ...
6h 20m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 119.5 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Ferndale Hotel to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6 and Sarn Odeon in around 6h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ystrad Rhondda to Aberystwyth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 6h 8m.

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