How to travel from Bristol to Aberystwyth

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Compare train and bus for Bristol to Aberystwyth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Aberystwyth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $58.

Distance: 91 miles (148 km)

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FAQs: Travel from Bristol to Aberystwyth

Travel to Aberystwyth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Aberystwyth.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bristol and Aberystwyth including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Aberystwyth is a bus with an average price of $34 (€27).

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Aberystwyth:

A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Aberystwyth costing on average $58 (€47).

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Aberystwyth is by train with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Aberystwyth take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 15m.

The distance from Bristol to Aberystwyth is approximately 91 miles (148 km).
The average frequency per day from Bristol to Aberystwyth is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol and Aberystwyth as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to Aberystwyth:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and arrive in Aberystwyth station (AYW).
  • Buses mostly depart from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) and arrive in Aberystwyth, Alexandra Road.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Aberystwyth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Transport for Wales, Cross Country, first_great_western to go to Aberystwyth by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Aberystwyth by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Bristol to Aberystwyth often also extend their vacation to go to London, Birmingham, Cardiff, Swansea, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Aberystwyth and these popular destinations at a great price.
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