The average train between Leeds and Aberystwyth takes 6h 6m and the fastest train takes 5h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds 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 2 hours between Leeds and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 8:45 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 6h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leeds 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 Leeds to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.
Leeds to Aberystwyth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Aberystwyth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Leeds to Aberystwyth train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Leeds and Aberystwyth is 228.5 km. The road distance is 299 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Aberystwyth via Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury in around 5h 39m.