The average train between York and Aberystwyth takes 6h 47m and the fastest train takes 5h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from York 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 York and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 5:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from York is at 10:42 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 1:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 6h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from York 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 York to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from York station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.
York to Aberystwyth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from York station.
York to Aberystwyth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your York to Aberystwyth train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between York and Aberystwyth is 263.3 km. The road distance is 338 km.
You can take a train from York to Aberystwyth via Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury in around 6h 30m.