The average train between Chester and Aberystwyth takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester 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 3 hours between Chester and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 8:40 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 11:34 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
Chester to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Chester to Aberystwyth train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Chester and Aberystwyth is 117.6 km. The road distance is 198 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Aberystwyth via Shrewsbury in around 3h 42m.