The average train between Aberystwyth and Manchester takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Aberystwyth to Manchester. 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 Manchester. 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 Manchester at 11:41 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Aberystwyth to Manchester? 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 Manchester. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth station and arriving at Manchester station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.
Aberystwyth to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.
Aberystwyth to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Aberystwyth to Manchester train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Aberystwyth and Manchester is 171.2 km. The road distance is 232 km.
You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Manchester Piccadilly via Shrewsbury in around 3h 50m.