The average train between Aberystwyth and Birkenhead takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberystwyth to Birkenhead. 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 Aberystwyth and Birkenhead. 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 Birkenhead at 11:36 PM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Aberystwyth to Birkenhead? 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 Birkenhead. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth station and arriving at Birkenhead station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.
Aberystwyth to Birkenhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.
Aberystwyth to Birkenhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Aberystwyth to Birkenhead train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Merseyrail.
The distance between Aberystwyth and Birkenhead is 130.2 km. The road distance is 222 km.
You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Birkenhead Hamilton Square via Shrewsbury and Chester in around 4h 7m.