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Outbound fromYork to Aberystwyth by train
It takes an average of 7h 15m to travel from York to Aberystwyth by train, over a distance of around 163 miles (263 km). There are normally 32 trains per day travelling from York to Aberystwyth and tickets for this journey start from £48.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:52 | |
| Departure station | York | |
| Arrival station | Aberystwyth | |
| Journey time | From 5h 28m | |
| Distance | 163 miles (263 km) | |
| Frequency | 32 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £48.40 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from York to Aberystwyth in 5 hours 28 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from York to Aberystwyth? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 15 minutes to travel the 163 miles (263 km) from York to Aberystwyth by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 28 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 32 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 London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales 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 York to Aberystwyth in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £48.40. 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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