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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Aberystwyth
Cheapest price
£211
Average price
£211
Fastest journey
6 h 34 m
Average duration
6 h 37 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Aberystwyth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Aberystwyth will cost around £211 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £211.
To travel from Bournemouth to Aberystwyth you need to make at least one change.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Aberystwyth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Aberystwyth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £52, and a coach costs an average of £69.
Distance: 242 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£52 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price |
8h 12m Average total duration Fastest 7h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 59m Average total duration 9h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bournemouth to Aberystwyth train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Aberystwyth trains for today, Friday 28 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:30 Bournemouth | 6h49 | 13:19 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 08:40 Bournemouth | 6h39 | 15:19 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 10:45 Bournemouth | 6h35 | 17:20 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 12:45 Bournemouth | 6h36 | 19:21 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 14:45 Bournemouth | 6h37 | 21:22 Aberystwyth | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Aberystwyth
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Trains from Bournemouth to Aberystwyth run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 16:45. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 7h 42m.
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 7h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 7h 42m |
First train 05:19 |
Last train 16:45 |
Train companies: Cross Country from Bournemouth to Aberystwyth trainsCross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Aberystwyth from £52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Aberystwyth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Aberystwyth 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 Aberystwyth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Aberystwyth
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
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Information Desk- 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
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