4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Aberystwyth
Cheapest price
£193
Average price
£193
Fastest journey
5 h 24 m
Average duration
5 h 57 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Aberystwyth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Aberystwyth will cost around £193 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £193.
To travel from Southampton to Aberystwyth you need to make at least one change.
5:156h05Southampton11:20Aberystwyth£1931One-way1 change- 7:555h24Southampton13:19Aberystwyth£1931One-way1 change
- 11:156h05Southampton17:20Aberystwyth£1931One-way1 change
- 13:156h06Southampton19:21Aberystwyth£1931One-way1 change
- 15:156h07Southampton21:22Aberystwyth£1931One-way1 change
- 7:555h24Southampton13:19Aberystwyth£1931One-way1 change
- 5:156h05Southampton11:20Aberystwyth£1931One-way1 change
- 11:156h05Southampton17:20Aberystwyth£1931One-way1 change
- 13:156h06Southampton19:21Aberystwyth£1931One-way1 change
- 15:156h07Southampton21:22Aberystwyth£1931One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton to Aberystwyth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Aberystwyth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 250 km
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Live departures
Southampton to Aberystwyth train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Aberystwyth trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:55 Southampton | 5h24 | 13:19 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 11:15 Southampton | 6h05 | 17:20 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 13:15 Southampton | 6h06 | 19:21 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 15:15 Southampton | 6h07 | 21:22 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 17:15 Southampton | 6h21 | 23:36 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 20:15 Southampton | 13h04 | 9:19 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| 5:15 Southampton | 6h05 | 11:20 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Aberystwyth
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Trains from Southampton to Aberystwyth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 17:27. The fastest train covers the 250 km distance in 6h 6m.
Distance 250 km |
Average train duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 6m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 17:27 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Southampton to Aberystwyth trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton and Aberystwyth from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton to Aberystwyth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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 Southampton and Aberystwyth
Most Southampton to Aberystwyth trains use the Southampton Central to Aberystwyth station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Aberystwyth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Aberystwyth leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Swaythling from Southampton city centre
Swaythling is 4 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Swaythling train station facilities and services
Swaythling has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swaythling.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Swaythling.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swaythling.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swaythling: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Swaythling: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swaythling: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has no step-free access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Eastleigh/ London Waterloo). There is level access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton Central). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Aberystwyth station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to Aberystwyth from Aberystwyth city centre
Aberystwyth train station facilities and services
Aberystwyth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Aberystwyth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aberystwyth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aberystwyth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aberystwyth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberystwyth: 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.
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