Train travel to Aberystwyth guide

Updated May 9, 2026

Which train companies run trains to Aberystwyth?

Transport for Wales is your trusted provider for reliable services to and from Aberystwyth from destinations nationwide.

What are Aberystwyth's opening hours?

You can expect Aberystwyth to be open between the hours of 0:02 and 23:48, which are when the first and last train depart, but ensure you check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.

Pick up & drop off at Aberystwyth

Aberystwyth offers easy access with dedicated parking and pick-up/drop-off zones.

Connectivity of the Aberystwyth?

Birmingham, Birmingham New Street, Shrewsbury, Borth and Wolverhampton are just a few popular locations that run services to and from Aberystwyth. Frequent buses and taxi services are also available from the station, though we recommend researching prior to your journey to be sure.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.

Aberystwyth live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Aberystwyth, check now to plan your next journey.

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TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Aberystwyth to Machynlleth04:5050mTransport for WalesOn time
Aberystwyth to Carmarthen05:352h 15mTransport for WalesOn time
Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury06:172h 3mTransport for WalesOn time
Aberystwyth to Carmarthen06:252h 20mTransport for WalesOn time
Aberystwyth to Birmingham International07:273h 25mTransport for WalesOn time
TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Machynlleth to Aberystwyth05:3150mTransport for WalesOn time
Machynlleth to Aberystwyth06:1133mTransport for WalesOn time
Machynlleth to Aberystwyth07:2134mTransport for WalesOn time
Carmarthen to Aberystwyth07:221h 48mTransport for WalesOn time
Welshpool to Aberystwyth08:211h 33mTransport for WalesCancelled

Station Details

Address:

Aberystwyth station, Alexandra Road, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 1LH

Ticket Office opening hours::

Monday to Friday open from 07:10:00 until 17:40:00

Saturday open from 07:15:00 until 17:40:00

Ticket Machine:

Available

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