The average train between Stranraer and Aberystwyth takes 11h 21m and the fastest train takes 9h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer 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 4 times a day between Stranraer and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stranraer is at 7:08 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 4:18 PM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 11h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.





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Want to know about travelling from Stranraer 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 Stranraer to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 21m.
Stranraer to Aberystwyth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer to Aberystwyth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Stranraer to Aberystwyth train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Stranraer and Aberystwyth is 283.6 km. The road distance is 729 km.
You can take a train from Stranraer to Aberystwyth via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 10h 59m.