What is the best way to travel from Birmingham to Aberystwyth?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Aberystwyth from Birmingham?
You can reach Aberystwyth with just £13 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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National Express3h 55m016:20BirminghamCoach Station20:15AberystwythUniversity0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 16:20:00 to University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
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National Express3h 50m016:20BirminghamCoach Station20:10AberystwythBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 16:20:00 to Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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National Express3h 25m015:55BirminghamCoach Station19:20AberystwythBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 15:55:00 to Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 19:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
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National Express3h 30m015:55BirminghamCoach Station19:25AberystwythUniversity0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 15:55:00 to University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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National Express3h 30m015:55BirminghamCoach Station19:25AberystwythUniversity0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 15:55:00 to University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
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National Express3h 25m015:55BirminghamCoach Station19:20AberystwythBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 15:55:00 to Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 19:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
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Transport for Wales2h 59m010:22BirminghamNew Street Train Station13:21AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from New Street Train Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 10:22:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 13:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 59m
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Transport for Wales3h 3m014:21BirminghamNew Street Train Station17:24AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from New Street Train Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 14:21:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 17:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 3m
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Transport for Wales3h 0m012:22BirminghamNew Street Train Station15:22AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from New Street Train Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 12:22:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 15:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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West Midlands Trains3h 56m008:25BirminghamNew Street Train Station12:21AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from New Street Train Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 08:25:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 12:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 56m
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West Midlands Trains3h 25m014:56BirminghamNew Street Train Station18:21AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from New Street Train Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 14:56:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 18:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
Cheapest Trains Sunday
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National Express3h 45m015:55BirminghamCoach Station19:40AberystwythBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 15:55:00 to Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 19:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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National Express3h 50m015:55BirminghamCoach Station19:45AberystwythUniversity0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 26/02/2025 15:55:00 to University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/02/2025 19:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
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National Express3h 45m015:55BirminghamCoach Station19:40AberystwythBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 26/02/2025 15:55:00 to Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/02/2025 19:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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National Express3h 45m015:55BirminghamCoach Station19:40AberystwythBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 15:55:00 to Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 19:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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West Midlands Trains3h 35m005:46BirminghamMarston Green Station09:21AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Marston Green Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 05:46:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 09:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
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West Midlands Trains3h 28m007:54BirminghamMarston Green Station11:22AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Marston Green Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 07:54:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 11:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 28m
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West Midlands Trains3h 28m009:54BirminghamMarston Green Station13:22AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Marston Green Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 09:54:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 13:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 28m
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West Midlands Trains3h 27m011:54BirminghamMarston Green Station15:21AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Marston Green Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 11:54:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 15:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 27m
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West Midlands Trains3h 28m013:54BirminghamMarston Green Station17:22AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Marston Green Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 13:54:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 17:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 28m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
Cheapest Trains Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Birmingham to Aberystwyth?
You can get to Aberystwyth from Birmingham in just 2h 59m with a Train from Transport for Wales. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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National Express3h 50m016:20BirminghamCoach Station20:10AberystwythBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 16:20:00 to Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
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National Express3h 55m016:20BirminghamCoach Station20:15AberystwythUniversity0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 16:20:00 to University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
Fastest Buses Friday
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National Express3h 25m015:55BirminghamCoach Station19:20AberystwythBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 15:55:00 to Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 19:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
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National Express3h 30m015:55BirminghamCoach Station19:25AberystwythUniversity0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 15:55:00 to University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Transport for Wales2h 59m010:22BirminghamNew Street Train Station13:21AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from New Street Train Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 10:22:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 13:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 59m
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Transport for Wales3h 0m012:22BirminghamNew Street Train Station15:22AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from New Street Train Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 12:22:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 15:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Transport for Wales3h 3m014:21BirminghamNew Street Train Station17:24AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from New Street Train Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 14:21:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 17:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 3m
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West Midlands Trains3h 25m014:56BirminghamNew Street Train Station18:21AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from New Street Train Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 14:56:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 18:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
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West Midlands Trains3h 56m008:25BirminghamNew Street Train Station12:21AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from New Street Train Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 08:25:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 12:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 56m
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National Express3h 25m015:55BirminghamCoach Station19:20AberystwythBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 15:55:00 to Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 19:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
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National Express3h 30m015:55BirminghamCoach Station19:25AberystwythUniversity0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 15:55:00 to University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
Fastest Trains Sunday
Fastest Buses Sunday
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National Express3h 45m015:55BirminghamCoach Station19:40AberystwythBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 15:55:00 to Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 19:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
Fastest Buses Monday
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National Express3h 45m015:55BirminghamCoach Station19:40AberystwythBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 26/02/2025 15:55:00 to Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/02/2025 19:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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National Express3h 50m015:55BirminghamCoach Station19:45AberystwythUniversity0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 26/02/2025 15:55:00 to University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/02/2025 19:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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West Midlands Trains3h 27m011:54BirminghamMarston Green Station15:21AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Marston Green Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 11:54:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 15:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 27m
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West Midlands Trains3h 28m007:54BirminghamMarston Green Station11:22AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Marston Green Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 07:54:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 11:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 28m
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West Midlands Trains3h 28m009:54BirminghamMarston Green Station13:22AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Marston Green Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 09:54:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 13:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 28m
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West Midlands Trains3h 28m013:54BirminghamMarston Green Station17:22AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Marston Green Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 13:54:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 17:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 28m
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West Midlands Trains3h 35m005:46BirminghamMarston Green Station09:21AberystwythCentral Station0EconomyA Train from West Midlands Trains goes from Marston Green Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 05:46:00 to Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 09:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
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National Express3h 45m015:55BirminghamCoach Station19:40AberystwythBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 15:55:00 to Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 19:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
Fastest Trains Thursday
Fastest Buses Thursday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Birmingham to Aberystwyth
What are the most popular stations in Birmingham and Aberystwyth?
In Birmingham, you will usually depart from New Street Train Station, Moor Street or Great Charles St Queensway, while in Aberystwyth you will be arriving at Central Station, University or Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Aberystwyth from Birmingham? With 3 connections between 2 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Birmingham and Aberystwyth, you can pay as low as £13 with a Bus from National Express.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Transport for Wales: you will get to Aberystwyth in just 2h 59m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Birmingham and Aberystwyth are National Express, West Midlands Trains and Transport for Wales, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Birmingham and Aberystwyth is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Erdington or to Capel Bangor, and look at flights from Birmingham Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Birmingham to Aberystwyth?
The most popular companies between Birmingham and Aberystwyth, are National Express, West Midlands Trains and Transport for Wales. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express
Train companies: West Midlands Trains and Transport for Wales
All you need to know when you travel from Birmingham to Aberystwyth
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Birmingham to Aberystwyth. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Birmingham to Aberystwyth
How can I reach Aberystwyth from Birmingham?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Aberystwyth from Birmingham.
How far is Aberystwyth from Birmingham?
The distance between Birmingham and Aberystwyth is 148.8 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Birmingham and Aberystwyth?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 4 kgs of CO2, a train 5 kgs, a car 25 kgs, and a flight 37 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Birmingham to Aberystwyth?
You can get to Aberystwyth with just £13 by taking a Bus from National Express.
What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Aberystwyth?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Aberystwyth in just 2h 59m with a Train from Transport for Wales.
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