The average train between Aberdare and Aberystwyth takes 6h 15m and the fastest train takes 5h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberdare to Aberystwyth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Aberdare and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdare is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 6h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Aberdare to Aberystwyth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Aberdare station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.
Aberdare to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberdare station.
Aberdare to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Aberdare to Aberystwyth train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Aberdare and Aberystwyth is 89.2 km. The road distance is 337 km.
You can take a train from Aberdare to Aberystwyth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 6h 19m.