The average train between Bolton and Aberystwyth takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton 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.
Trains run every 2 hours between Bolton and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 10:06 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bolton 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.
No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Bolton to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Bolton to Aberystwyth train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Transport for Wales and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bolton and Aberystwyth is 170.4 km. The road distance is 249 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Aberystwyth via Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury in around 5h 8m.