The average train between Aberystwyth and Aberdeen takes 10h 30m and the fastest train takes 9h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberystwyth to Aberdeen. 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 4 hours between Aberystwyth and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberystwyth is at 7:27 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 7:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 10h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Aberystwyth to Aberdeen? 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 Aberystwyth to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth station and arriving at Aberdeen station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 30m.
Aberystwyth to Aberdeen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.
Aberystwyth to Aberdeen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Aberdeen station.
Book your Aberystwyth to Aberdeen train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Aberystwyth and Aberdeen is 540.9 km. The road distance is 776 km.
You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Aberdeen via Shrewsbury, Crewe, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 10h 26m.