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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Aberystwyth via Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Wakefield and Aberystwyth is 184 miles. The road distance is 165.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Wakefield to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Aberystwyth bus from?

Wakefield to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Aberystwyth train from?

Wakefield to Aberystwyth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 31m.

Where does the Wakefield to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Wakefield to Aberystwyth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Aberystwyth is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Wakefield to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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Wakefield to Aberystwyth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Wakefield to Aberystwyth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
5h 50m
£68–124
Drive 164.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Aberystwythcar 164.2 mi
3h 34m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
9h 31m
£46–113

Wakefield to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 183 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Aberystwyth via Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 31m.

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