The average train between Folkestone and Aberystwyth takes 7h 39m and the fastest train takes 5h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Folkestone 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 Folkestone and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 11:20 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 7h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Folkestone 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 Folkestone to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.
Folkestone to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Folkestone to Aberystwyth train tickets online with Southeastern, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Folkestone and Aberystwyth is 390.6 km. The road distance is 492 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Aberystwyth via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 36m.