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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Kingsway GD and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Aberystwyth via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Swindon to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Swindon and Aberystwyth is 232 miles. The road distance is 137.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Aberystwyth without a car is to train via Newport which takes 5h 42m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Swindon to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Aberystwyth bus from?

Swindon to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Aberystwyth train from?

Swindon to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Swindon to Aberystwyth is to train via Newport which takes 5h 42m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Swindon to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Swindon to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Swindon to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Swindon to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Aberystwyth is 138 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Swindon to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
5h 42m
£64–142
Drive 137.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Aberystwyth137.1 mi
3h 11m
£35–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
6h 9m
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spa
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
5h 52m
£46–148
Bus
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Kingsway GDUk042
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
7h 3m

Swindon to Aberystwyth by train

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5h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 230.8 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Aberystwyth via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Kingsway GD and Sarn Odeon in around 7h 3m.

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