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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Rugby and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Rugby to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from North Street and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Pool Meadow Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Rugby to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Rugby and Aberystwyth is 154 miles. The road distance is 151.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Rugby to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Aberystwyth bus from?

Rugby to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Aberystwyth train from?

Rugby to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.

Train or bus from Rugby to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Rugby to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Rugby to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Rugby to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Rugby to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Rugby to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Aberystwyth is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Rugby to Aberystwyth.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Rugby 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 Rugby to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 30m
£56–130
Drive 150.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rugby to Aberystwythcar 150.5 mi
2h 59m
£37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
6h 28m
£39–58
Train via Wolverhampton
1. Take the train from Rugby to Wolverhamptontrain London Euston - Wolverhampton / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 5m
£56–129

Rugby to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 153.4 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 twice daily. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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