4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Aberystwyth
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
2 h 56 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Aberystwyth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Aberystwyth will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 2 trains that leave Chester for Aberystwyth every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 48 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 Chester to Aberystwyth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Aberystwyth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £33.
Distance: 118 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 48m Average total duration 11h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chester to Aberystwyth train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Aberystwyth trains for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 12:29 Chester | 2h53 | 15:22 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 13:34 Chester | 3h47 | 17:21 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 15:35 Chester | 3h44 | 19:19 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 18:26 Chester | 2h53 | 21:19 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| Monday 10 November | |||||
| 08:24 Chester | 2h56 | 11:20 Aberystwyth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Aberystwyth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chester to Aberystwyth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 118 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 20:40 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Chester to Aberystwyth trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester and Aberystwyth from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Avanti West Coast
FAQs: Chester to Aberystwyth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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 Chester and Aberystwyth
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation 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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