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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Beechwood and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 via Chester Bus Interchange, Corwen Car Park and Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Aberystwyth via Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Runcorn and Aberystwyth is 137 miles. The road distance is 104.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Runcorn to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Aberystwyth bus from?

Runcorn to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by M & H Coaches, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Runcorn to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Runcorn to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Runcorn to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by M & H Coaches, arrive at Corwen Car Park station.

Where does the Runcorn to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Runcorn to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Aberystwyth is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Runcorn to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to ShrewsburyCrewe - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to AberystwythBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 32m
£33–65
Drive 103.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Runcorn to Aberystwyth103.9 mi
2h 20m
£26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
6h 7m
Bus via Corwen
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Corwen Car ParkT8
2. Take the bus from Corwen Car Park to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
6h 54m

Runcorn to Aberystwyth by train

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4h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 135.7 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Aberystwyth via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Runcorn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 via Chester, Railway Station, Wrexham Bus Station 5, and Eldon Square 1 in around 6h 7m.

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