The average train between Brighton and Aberystwyth takes 7h 10m and the fastest train takes 6h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Brighton 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 4 hours between Brighton and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Brighton is at 9:58 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 7h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Brighton 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 Brighton to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Brighton station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.
Brighton to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.
Brighton to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Brighton to Aberystwyth train tickets online with Thameslink, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Brighton and Aberystwyth is 324.4 km. The road distance is 466 km.
You can take a train from Brighton to Aberystwyth via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 1m.