The average train between Inverness and Aberystwyth takes 12h 32m and the fastest train takes 9h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Inverness 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 5 times a day between Inverness and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Inverness is at 6:53 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 5:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 12h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Inverness 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 Inverness to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Inverness station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 32m.
Inverness to Aberystwyth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Inverness to Aberystwyth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Inverness to Aberystwyth train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Inverness and Aberystwyth is 563.1 km. The road distance is 864 km.
You can take a train from Inverness to Aberystwyth via Haymarket, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 11h 26m.