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

The cheapest way to get from Rhyl to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhyl to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Rhyl and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Rhyl to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Rhyl and arriving at Aberystwyth via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Rhyl to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Rhyl and Aberystwyth is 154 miles. The road distance is 84.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhyl to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Rhyl to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhyl to Aberystwyth train from?

Rhyl to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Rhyl station.

Where does the Rhyl to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rhyl to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhyl to Aberystwyth is 85 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Rhyl to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

There are 776+ hotels available in Aberystwyth.

Rhyl to Aberystwyth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Rhyl to Aberystwyth by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Rhyl to ShrewsburyHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to AberystwythBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 25m
£43–61
Drive 84.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rhyl to Aberystwyth84.1 mi
2h 10m
£22–31
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rhyl to Bangor (Gwynedd)Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
5h 25m

Rhyl to Aberystwyth by train

82Weekly Trains

4h 25mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.8 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Rhyl to Aberystwyth via Shrewsbury in around 4h 25m.

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