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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Aberystwyth
Cheapest price
£87
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
5 h 32 m
Average duration
5 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
201 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Aberystwyth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Aberystwyth will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £87.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leicester 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 201 km distance in an average of 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 32 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 Leicester to Aberystwyth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Aberystwyth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 201 km
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4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leicester to Aberystwyth train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 07:22 Leicester | 3h58 | 11:20 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 09:15 Leicester | 4h04 | 13:19 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 11:18 Leicester | 4h01 | 15:19 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 13:18 Leicester | 4h02 | 17:20 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 15:18 Leicester | 4h03 | 19:21 Aberystwyth | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Aberystwyth
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Trains from Leicester to Aberystwyth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 18:50. The fastest train covers the 201 km distance in 4h 32m.
Distance 201 km |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 32m |
First train 04:57 |
Last train 18:50 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Cross Country from Leicester to Aberystwyth trainsTransport for Wales, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Aberystwyth from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leicester to Aberystwyth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester and Aberystwyth
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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 the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost 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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