The average train between Aberystwyth and Aberfan takes 5h 48m and the fastest train takes 4h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberystwyth to Aberfan. 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 Aberystwyth and Aberfan. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberystwyth is at 7:27 PM which arrives into Aberfan at 6:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 5h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Aberystwyth to Aberfan? 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 Aberystwyth to Aberfan. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth station and arriving at Aberfan station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.
Aberystwyth to Aberfan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.
Aberystwyth to Aberfan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Aberystwyth to Aberfan train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Aberystwyth and Aberfan is 94.9 km. The road distance is 331 km.
You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Merthyr Vale via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central in around 5h 30m.