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

The cheapest way to get from Smethwick to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Smethwick to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Smethwick and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Smethwick to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Piddock Rd and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Smethwick and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Smethwick to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Smethwick Rolfe Street and arriving at Aberystwyth via Sandwell & Dudley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Smethwick to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Smethwick and Aberystwyth is 121 miles. The road distance is 109.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Smethwick to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £19 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Smethwick to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Smethwick to Aberystwyth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Smethwick to Aberystwyth train from?

Smethwick to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Sandwell & Dudley station.

Train or bus from Smethwick to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Smethwick to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £19 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Smethwick to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Smethwick to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Smethwick to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Smethwick to Aberystwyth is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Smethwick to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sandwell & Dudley to AberystwythBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
3h 54m
£19–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
5h 27m
£17–32
Drive 109.2 mi
1. Drive from Smethwick to Aberystwyth109.2 mi
2h 37m
£28–40
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Smethwick Galton Bridge to ShrewsburyBirmingham New Street - Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to AberystwythBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 35m
£37–47

Smethwick to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 119.9 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Sandwell & Dudley to Aberystwyth every 4 hours. Tickets cost £19–80 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 twice daily. Tickets cost £15–29 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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