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Compare coach and train for Bridgend to Aberystwyth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bridgend to Aberystwyth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, while a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 107 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare ways to travel from Bridgend to Aberystwyth
Compare the available ways to get from Bridgend to Aberystwyth, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Bridgend to Aberystwyth is a coach with an average price of £44.
This is compared to other travel options from Bridgend to Aberystwyth:
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bridgend to Aberystwyth costing on average £50.
The fastest way to travel from Bridgend to Aberystwyth is by train with an average journey time of 4h 49m.
Other travel options to Aberystwyth take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 28m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bridgend and Aberystwyth including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £50 compared to roughly £24 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£25. The journey takes 4h 19m versus 2h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Bridgend to Aberystwyth
How to get to Aberystwyth from Bridgend by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Bridgend to Aberystwyth is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
6:36 4h44 Bridgend 11:20 Aberystwyth £89 1 One-way 2 changes
Cheapest
6:36 4h44 Bridgend 11:20 Aberystwyth £89 1 One-way 2 changes
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8:55 4h24 Bridgend 13:19 Aberystwyth £101 1 One-way 2 changes
Other options
13:27 4h51 Bridgend 18:18 Aberystwyth £89 1 One-way 2 changes15:34 4h51 Bridgend 20:25 Aberystwyth £89 1 One-way 2 changes0:45 8h34 Bridgend 9:19 Aberystwyth £89 1 One-way 2 changes
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FAQs: Bridgend 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 Bridgend to Aberystwyth.
There are 2 options to travel between Bridgend and Aberystwyth including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Bridgend to Aberystwyth is a coach with an average price of £44.
This is compared to other travel options from Bridgend to Aberystwyth:
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bridgend to Aberystwyth costing on average £50.
The fastest way to travel from Bridgend to Aberystwyth is by train with an average journey time of 4h 49m.
Other travel options to Aberystwyth take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 28m.
The Bridgend to Aberystwyth distance is approximately 107 km.
The average frequency per day from Bridgend to Aberystwyth is:
- Around 3 trains per day.
- Around 2 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bridgend and Aberystwyth as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bridgend to Aberystwyth:
- Trains mostly depart from Bridgend station (BGN) and arrive in Aberystwyth station (AYW).
- Coaches mostly depart from Bridgend, Sarn Odeon and arrive in Aberystwyth, Alexandra Road.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bridgend to Aberystwyth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with National Express to go to Aberystwyth by coach.
- Travel with Transport for Wales to go to Aberystwyth by train.
Omio customers who travel from Bridgend to Aberystwyth often also extend their vacation to go to London, Birmingham, Cardiff, Shrewsbury, Birmingham New Street (BHM). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Aberystwyth and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Bridgend to Aberystwyth, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
To fully explore Aberystwyth, including its scenic coastlines, historical sites, and cultural offerings, plan to spend at least 2 to 3 days.
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