The average train between Poole and Aberystwyth takes 8h 28m and the fastest train takes 7h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Poole 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 Poole and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 5:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Poole is at 7:07 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Bournemouth and take an average of 8h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Poole 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 Poole to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Poole station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.
Poole to Aberystwyth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.
Poole to Aberystwyth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Poole to Aberystwyth train tickets online with South Western Railway, Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Poole and Aberystwyth is 238.3 km. The road distance is 487 km.
You can take a train from Poole to Aberystwyth via Bournemouth and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 55m.