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Trip Overview

The average train between Birkenhead and Aberystwyth takes 5h 7m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. There is at least one train per day from Birkenhead to Aberystwyth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 7m
Duration
137 mi
Distance
£57
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Birkenhead to Aberystwyth train times

Trains run once daily between Birkenhead and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birkenhead is at 8:04 AM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 12:19 PM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 5h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    MerseyrailTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 16m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    MerseyrailTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 16m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    MerseyrailTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 16m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    MerseyrailTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 14m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    MerseyrailTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 16m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    MerseyrailTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 16m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    MerseyrailTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 16m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Birkenhead to Aberystwyth? 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.

Map of how to get from Birkenhead to Aberystwyth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 137.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Birkenhead, England and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Birkenhead Central to Aberystwyth via Chester and Shrewsbury in around 5h 8m.

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