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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Southampton to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Southampton and Aberystwyth is 270 miles. The road distance is 189.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs £35 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Southampton to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Aberystwyth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Aberystwyth train from?

Southampton to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Southampton to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs £35 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Southampton to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Southampton to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Southampton to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Southampton to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Aberystwyth is 190 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Southampton to Aberystwyth.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Aberystwyth?

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 34m
£38–197
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
8h 10m
£30–83
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
7h 48m
Drive 188.6 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Aberystwythcar 188.6 mi
4h 25m
£46–66

Southampton to Aberystwyth by train

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6h 34mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Southampton to Aberystwyth.

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Distance: 268 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street in around 6h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 10m.

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