The average train between Aberystwyth and Harlech takes 2h 17m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberystwyth to Harlech. 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 Harlech. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberystwyth is at 9:39 PM which arrives into Harlech at 11:26 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth station and arriving at Harlech station via Dovey Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.
Aberystwyth to Harlech train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.
Aberystwyth to Harlech train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Harlech station.
The distance between Aberystwyth and Harlech is 49.3 km. The road distance is 78 km.
You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Harlech via Dovey Junction in around 2h 51m.