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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Aberystwyth
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Aberystwyth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Aberystwyth will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Of the 1 trains that leave Exeter 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 192 km distance in an average of 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 40 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 Exeter to Aberystwyth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Aberystwyth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 192 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£59 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 34m Average total duration Fastest 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Exeter to Aberystwyth train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Aberystwyth trains for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:34 Exeter | 6h47 | 17:21 Aberystwyth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:27 Exeter | 5h53 | 18:20 Aberystwyth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Aberystwyth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Exeter to Aberystwyth run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 14:27. The fastest train covers the 192 km distance in 5h 53m.
Distance 192 km |
Average train duration 6h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 5h 53m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 14:27 |
Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from Exeter to Aberystwyth trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Exeter and Aberystwyth from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Exeter to Aberystwyth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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 Exeter and Aberystwyth
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Shopping
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Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
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Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- 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 Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
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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