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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Aberystwyth is to bus and train which costs £50 - £110 and takes 9h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 5h 55m and costs £80 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Chester Bus Interchange, Corwen Car Park and Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Aberystwyth via Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Scotland to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Scotland and Aberystwyth is 357 miles. The road distance is 321.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 7h 16m and costs £45 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Scotland to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Aberystwyth bus from?

Scotland to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Aberystwyth train from?

Scotland to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Scotland to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 7h 16m and costs £45 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 8m.

Where does the Scotland to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Scotland to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Scotland to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Scotland to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Aberystwyth is 321 miles. It takes approximately 5h 55m to drive from Scotland to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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Scotland to Aberystwyth - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Scotland to Aberystwyth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
7h 16m
£46–196
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
9h 54m
£51–108
Drive 319.6 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Aberystwyth319.6 mi
5h 55m
£81–116
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Aberystwyth
6h 58m
£60–154
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchange
3. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Corwen Car ParkT8
4. Take the bus from Corwen Car Park to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
5. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
12h 8m
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Aberystwyth
6h 43m
£52–155
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Aberystwyth
6h 55m
£103–237
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
8h 54m
£74–264
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
8h 34m
£68–255

Scotland to Aberystwyth by train

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7h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 354.6 mi
Duration: 7h 16m

What companies run services between Scotland and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Aberystwyth via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 7h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Chester Bus Interchange, Corwen Car Park, and Eldon Square 1 in around 12h 8m.

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