The average train between Preston and Aberystwyth takes 4h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston 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 Preston and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 3:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:19 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 12:19 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston 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 Preston to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.
Preston to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Preston to Aberystwyth train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Preston and Aberystwyth is 175.8 km. The road distance is 264 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Aberystwyth via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 4h 50m.