The average train between Wakefield and Aberystwyth takes 6h 34m and the fastest train takes 5h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Wakefield 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 Wakefield and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 1:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 6h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wakefield 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 Wakefield to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.
Wakefield to Aberystwyth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Wakefield to Aberystwyth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Wakefield to Aberystwyth train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Wakefield and Aberystwyth is 223 km. The road distance is 294 km.
You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Aberystwyth via Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury in around 5h 50m.