The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Aberystwyth
Cheapest price
£206
Average price
£206
Fastest journey
6 h 58 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
329 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Aberystwyth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Aberystwyth will cost around £206 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £206.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sunderland 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 329 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 58 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.
7:236h58Sunderland14:21Aberystwyth£2061One-way0 changes
7:236h58Sunderland14:21Aberystwyth£2061One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sunderland to Aberystwyth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Aberystwyth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £76. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £76, and a train costs an average of £206.
Distance: 329 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£206 Average Price | £76 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 54m Average total duration Fastest 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sunderland to Aberystwyth train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Aberystwyth trains for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:56 Sunderland | 7h24 | 17:20 Aberystwyth | 3 changes | |
![]() | 9:56 Sunderland | 7h24 | 17:20 Aberystwyth | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:57 Sunderland | 7h24 | 19:21 Aberystwyth | 3 changes | |
![]() | 11:57 Sunderland | 7h24 | 19:21 Aberystwyth | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:55 Sunderland | 7h39 | 21:34 Aberystwyth | 3 changes | |
![]() | 13:55 Sunderland | 7h39 | 21:34 Aberystwyth | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Aberystwyth
Trains from Sunderland to Aberystwyth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £206 but you can travel from only £76 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 329 km distance in 6h 58m.
Distance 329 km |
Average train duration 6h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £206 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 58m |
First train 5:19 |
Last train 22:12 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Sunderland to Aberystwyth trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Sunderland and Aberystwyth from £76. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sunderland to Aberystwyth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland 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 Sunderland and Aberystwyth
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts to all platforms for disabled passengers from the North end of the station. Open for all services
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the North Concourse and accepts cash and cards
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
- 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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