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Compare train and bus for London to Aberystwyth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Aberystwyth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €30.
Distance: 179 miles (289 km)
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€79 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest |
5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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How to get from London to Aberystwyth by train, bus or flight.
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The best way to travel from London to Aberystwyth is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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This is compared to other travel options from London to Aberystwyth:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Aberystwyth costing on average $38 (€30).
Other travel options to Aberystwyth take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 45m.
- Around 5 trains per day.
- Around 2 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Aberystwyth as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from London Euston (EUS) and arrive in Aberystwyth station (AYW).
- Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Aberystwyth, Alexandra Road.
- Travel with Transport for Wales, National Express to go to Aberystwyth by bus.
- Travel with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains to go to Aberystwyth by train.
- 2 direct buses per day with National Express.
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