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Outbound fromAberystwyth to Sheffield by train
It takes an average of 6h 18m to travel from Aberystwyth to Sheffield by train, over a distance of around 128 miles (206 km). There are normally 21 trains per day travelling from Aberystwyth to Sheffield and tickets for this journey start from £41.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:19 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:39 | |
| Departure station | Aberystwyth | |
| Arrival station | Sheffield | |
| Journey time | From 4h 32m | |
| Distance | 128 miles (206 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £41.20 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Aberystwyth to Sheffield in 4 hours 32 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Aberystwyth to Sheffield? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 18 minutes to travel the 128 miles (206 km) from Aberystwyth to Sheffield by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 32 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 21 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway to Sheffield. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Aberystwyth to Sheffield in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £41.20. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Sheffield by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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