The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberystwyth to Harlech
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberystwyth to Harlech is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberystwyth to Harlech will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Aberystwyth for Harlech every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Live departures
Aberystwyth to Harlech train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberystwyth to Harlech trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:20 Aberystwyth | 1h52 | 08:12 Harlech | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:30 Aberystwyth | 1h55 | 10:25 Harlech | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:30 Aberystwyth | 2h55 | 12:25 Harlech | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:30 Aberystwyth | 1h51 | 14:21 Harlech | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:30 Aberystwyth | 2h52 | 16:22 Harlech | 1 change | |
![]() | 04:19 Aberystwyth | 2h54 | 07:13 Harlech | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberystwyth to Harlech
Trains from Aberystwyth to Harlech run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:17, the last at 21:19. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 07:17 |
Last train 21:19 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Aberystwyth to Harlech trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Aberystwyth and Harlech from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberystwyth to Harlech train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberystwyth to Harlech by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Harlech, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberystwyth and Harlech
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 17:40 Saturday 07:15 - 17:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Access to the station platform is possible via a short accessible ramp with handrails or four steps with handrails.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located within the Main Station Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located within the Main Station Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On the platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at side of the station opposite the station taxi rank
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access from Hwylfar Nant to Platform 1 (to Machynlleth) via footpath and end of platform ramp. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Pwllheli) via a ramp with a moderate gradient. The platforms are connected by a foot crossing across the railway
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: At the Pwllheli end of each platform
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Outside the station near the Queens Hotel.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Normally, on the main road alongside station entrance. However, from 12 September to 12 December, use the bus stops near the Queens Hotel. For Machynlleth, use the one next to the hotel. For Pwllheli, use the one opposite.
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