The average train between Aberystwyth and York takes 7h 6m and the fastest train takes 5h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberystwyth to York. 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 York. 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 York at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to York. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth station and arriving at York station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.
Aberystwyth to York train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.
Aberystwyth to York train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at York station.
Book your Aberystwyth to York train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Cross Country.
The distance between Aberystwyth and York is 263.3 km. The road distance is 401 km.
You can take a train from Aberystwyth to York via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 26m.