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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Aberystwyth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Swansea to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Swansea and Aberystwyth is 81 miles. The road distance is 68.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Aberystwyth without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 32m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Swansea to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Aberystwyth bus from?

Swansea to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Swansea to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Swansea to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Swansea to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rose and Crown station.

Where does the Swansea to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Swansea to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Aberystwyth is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Swansea to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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Swansea to Aberystwyth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Swansea to Aberystwyth by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to CarmarthenCardiff Central - Pembroke Dock / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
3h 32m
Drive 67.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Aberystwyth67.7 mi
1h 44m
£17–25
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
6h 9m
£57–121
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Rose and Crown112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
3h 35m
Train, bus via Lampeter
1. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthen
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to The Black LionT1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1 / ...
4h 4m

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Distance: 80.2 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Swansea to Aberystwyth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Rose and Crown and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 in around 3h 35m.

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