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Aberystwyth to Carlisle trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Aberystwyth and Carlisle takes 5h 48m and the fastest train takes 5h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberystwyth to Carlisle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 48m
Duration
253 mi
Distance
£85
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain train
  2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain train
  3. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisletrain train
5h 35m
£63–136

Aberystwyth to Carlisle train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Aberystwyth and Carlisle. 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 Carlisle at 12:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 5h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 36m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 36m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 37m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 43m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 39m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 32m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 43m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 39m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 32m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 43m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 39m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 32m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 30m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 35m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 20m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 20m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 24m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 24m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 21m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast5h 23m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Aberystwyth to Carlisle? 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.

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  • Distance: 253.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Carlisle, England?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Carlisle via Shrewsbury and Crewe in around 5h 35m.

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