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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Welshpool to Aberystwyth
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Welshpool to Aberystwyth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Welshpool to Aberystwyth will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 3 trains that leave Welshpool for Aberystwyth every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 69 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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 Welshpool to Aberystwyth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Welshpool to Aberystwyth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £18.
Distance: 69 km
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Welshpool to Aberystwyth train times
The table below shows live departures for Welshpool to Aberystwyth trains for tomorrow, Thursday 5 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 05:48 Welshpool | 1h34 | 07:22 Aberystwyth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:51 Welshpool | 1h29 | 11:20 Aberystwyth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Welshpool to Aberystwyth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Welshpool to Aberystwyth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 05:19 |
Last train 22:14 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Welshpool to Aberystwyth trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Welshpool and Aberystwyth from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Welshpool to Aberystwyth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welshpool 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 Welshpool and Aberystwyth
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Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park (industrial estate side)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platforms 1 (to Shrewsbury) and Platform 2 (to Aberystwyth and Pwllheli) from the car park via a long footbridge with ramps and 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. Welshpool Tourist Information Centre also sell a range of rail tickets.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is along Severn Road into Broad Street approximately 650 metres away outside the post office
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait in the car park between the station footbridge and Wynnstay Stores.
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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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