How to get to Aberystwyth from Nottingham

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Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Aberystwyth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Aberystwyth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £41 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, while a train costs an average of £110.

Distance: 207 km

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£110

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£41

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£42

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4h 38m

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4h 8m

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5h 30m

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3h 44m

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National Express

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The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Aberystwyth is a coach with an average price of £41.

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

A coach is £69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Aberystwyth costing on average £110.

The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Aberystwyth is by train with an average journey time of 4h 38m.

Other travel options to Aberystwyth take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nottingham and Aberystwyth including taking a train and coach.
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 £110 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-67.89. The journey takes 4h 8m versus 3h 44m 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.

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from Nottingham to Aberystwyth

How to get to Aberystwyth from Nottingham by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Nottingham to Aberystwyth is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Transport for Wales
    9:414h40
    Nottingham
    14:21Aberystwyth
    £371One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Transport for Wales
    9:414h40
    Nottingham
    14:21Aberystwyth
    £371One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Transport for Wales
    9:414h40
    Nottingham
    14:21Aberystwyth
    £371One-way
    0 changes

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Best day trips from Aberystwyth by train

The most popular day trips by train from Aberystwyth are Machynlleth, Borth and Aberaeron. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Aberystwyth on Omio.

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FAQs: Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Aberystwyth.

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There are 2 options to travel between Nottingham and Aberystwyth including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Aberystwyth is a coach with an average price of £41.

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

A coach is £69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Aberystwyth costing on average £110.

The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Aberystwyth is by train with an average journey time of 4h 38m.

Other travel options to Aberystwyth take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 30m.

The Nottingham to Aberystwyth distance is approximately 207 km.
The average frequency per day from Nottingham to Aberystwyth is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Nottingham to Aberystwyth:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nottingham station (NOT) and arrive in Aberystwyth station (AYW).
  • Coaches mostly depart from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station and arrive in Aberystwyth, Alexandra Road.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nottingham 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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Aberystwyth, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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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