The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Aberystwyth
Cheapest price
£97
Average price
£97
Fastest journey
7 h 26 m
Average duration
7 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
324 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Aberystwyth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Aberystwyth will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £97.
Of the 1 trains that leave Brighton for Aberystwyth 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 324 km distance in an average of 7 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 26 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brighton to Aberystwyth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Aberystwyth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £97.
Distance: 324 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£104 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 9m Average total duration Fastest 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 34m Average total duration 13h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Brighton to Aberystwyth train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Aberystwyth trains for tomorrow, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:58 Brighton | 7h26 | 20:24 Aberystwyth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Brighton to Aberystwyth by train or coach
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Why should you book Brighton to Aberystwyth trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to Aberystwyth.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transport for Wales with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Brighton to Aberystwyth.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to Aberystwyth.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Brighton to Aberystwyth.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Aberystwyth
Trains from Brighton to Aberystwyth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £97 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 19:27. The fastest train covers the 324 km distance in 6h 38m.
Distance 324 km |
Average train duration 5h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £97 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 38m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 19:27 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Thameslink from Brighton to Aberystwyth trainsTransport for Wales, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Aberystwyth from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brighton to Aberystwyth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Aberystwyth
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
- 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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