The average train between Kendal and Aberystwyth takes 6h 14m and the fastest train takes 4h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal 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 Kendal and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 6h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Kendal 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 Kendal to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.
Kendal to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Kendal to Aberystwyth train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Kendal and Aberystwyth is 230.2 km. The road distance is 332 km.
You can take a train from Kendal to Aberystwyth via Oxenholme Lake District, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 6h 30m.