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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Aberystwyth
Cheapest price
£124
Average price
£159
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 44 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Aberystwyth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Aberystwyth will cost around £159 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £124.
To travel from York to Aberystwyth you need to make at least one change.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for York to Aberystwyth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Aberystwyth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a train costs an average of £94.
Distance: 263 km
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5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration 9h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
York to Aberystwyth train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Aberystwyth trains for tomorrow, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:04 York | 6h16 | 11:20 Aberystwyth | 3 changes | |
| 06:24 York | 5h54 | 12:18 Aberystwyth | 3 changes | |
| 07:44 York | 5h35 | 13:19 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 09:44 York | 5h35 | 15:19 Aberystwyth | 1 change | |
| 11:44 York | 5h36 | 17:20 Aberystwyth | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Aberystwyth
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Trains from York to Aberystwyth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £94 but you can travel from only £48 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:31, the last at 19:29. The fastest train covers the 263 km distance in 5h 37m.
Distance 263 km |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £94 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 37m |
First train 04:31 |
Last train 19:29 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Cross Country, TransPennine Express from York to Aberystwyth trainsTransport for Wales, Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between York and Aberystwyth from £48. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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TransPennine Express
FAQs: York to Aberystwyth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York and Aberystwyth
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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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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