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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Aberystwyth
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
5 h 22 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Aberystwyth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Aberystwyth will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Of the 2 trains that leave Leeds 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 228 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 37 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 Leeds to Aberystwyth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds 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 4h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 228 km
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£66 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leeds to Aberystwyth train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Aberystwyth trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 11:45 Leeds | 5h37 | 17:22 Aberystwyth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:00 Leeds | 5h22 | 17:22 Aberystwyth | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of first_transpennine_express or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Leeds to Aberystwyth.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Aberystwyth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leeds to Aberystwyth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 19:29. The fastest train covers the 228 km distance in 5h 11m.
Distance 228 km |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 11m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 19:29 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country from Leeds to Aberystwyth trainsTransport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country trains will get you between Leeds 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: Leeds to Aberystwyth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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 Leeds and Aberystwyth
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
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Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
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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