The average train between Rhyl and Aberystwyth takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Rhyl 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 3 hours between Rhyl and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rhyl is at 6:38 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 10:29 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rhyl to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Rhyl station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.
Rhyl to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Rhyl station.
Rhyl to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Rhyl to Aberystwyth train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Rhyl and Aberystwyth is 108 km. The road distance is 246 km.
You can take a train from Rhyl to Aberystwyth via Shrewsbury in around 4h 24m.