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

The cheapest way to get from Sherborne to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sherborne to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Sherborne and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Sherborne to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Greenhill and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Bus Station, Bus Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Sherborne and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Sherborne to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Sherborne and arriving at Aberystwyth via Salisbury, Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

How far is it from Sherborne to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Sherborne and Aberystwyth is 289 miles. The road distance is 156.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sherborne to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 8h 19m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 19m to get from Sherborne to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sherborne to Aberystwyth bus from?

Sherborne to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sherborne to Aberystwyth train from?

Sherborne to Aberystwyth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Sherborne station.

Train or bus from Sherborne to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Sherborne to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 8h 19m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 57m.

Where does the Sherborne to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Sherborne to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Sherborne to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Sherborne to Aberystwyth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Salisbury station.

Can I drive from Sherborne to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Sherborne to Aberystwyth is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Sherborne to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

There are 775+ hotels available in Aberystwyth.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sherborne 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 Sherborne to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
8h 19m
£102–170
Drive 155.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sherborne to Aberystwyth155.9 mi
3h 50m
£39–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Temple Meads Stn376
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
9h 37m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station376
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeon
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
9h 57m

Sherborne to Aberystwyth by train

82Weekly Trains

8h 19mAverage Duration

£102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 287.8 mi
Duration: 8h 19m

What companies run services between Sherborne, Dorset, England and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Sherborne to Aberystwyth via Salisbury, Newport (S Wales), and Shrewsbury in around 8h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greenhill to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Sarn Odeon in around 9h 57m.

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