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It takes an average of 7h 29m to travel from Glasgow Central to Aberystwyth by train, over a distance of around 238 miles (383 km). There are normally 28 trains per day travelling from Glasgow Central to Aberystwyth and tickets for this journey start from £146.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:08 | |
| Departure station | Glasgow Central | |
| Arrival station | Aberystwyth | |
| Journey time | From 6h 24m | |
| Distance | 238 miles (383 km) | |
| Frequency | 28 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £146.60 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Glasgow Central to Aberystwyth in 6 hours 24 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Glasgow Central to Aberystwyth? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 29 minutes to travel the 238 miles (383 km) from Glasgow Central to Aberystwyth by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 24 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 28 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 TransPennine Express to Aberystwyth. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Glasgow Central to Aberystwyth in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £146.60. 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 Aberystwyth by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central to Aberystwyth?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.