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Aberystwyth to Lancaster trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Aberystwyth and Lancaster takes 5h 19m and the fastest train takes 4h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberystwyth to Lancaster. 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 19m
Duration
185 mi
Distance
£73
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Aberystwyth to Lancaster train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Aberystwyth and Lancaster. 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 Lancaster at 6:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 5h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 51m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 40m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 51m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 40m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 28m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 28m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 29m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 51m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 40m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 51m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 40m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 51m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 40m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 51m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 40m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 41m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Aberystwyth to Lancaster? 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.

Map of how to get from Aberystwyth to Lancaster.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 184.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Lancaster, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Lancaster via Shrewsbury and Crewe in around 4h 51m.

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