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Aberystwyth to Preston trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Aberystwyth and Preston takes 4h 27m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberystwyth to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 27m
Duration
164 mi
Distance
£59
Average price
Every 2 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 Prestontrain train
4h 17m
£47–88

Aberystwyth to Preston train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Aberystwyth and Preston. 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 Preston at 11:46 PM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 4h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 33m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 33m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 23m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 33m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 33m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 23m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 33m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 33m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 23m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 33m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 33m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 23m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 33m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 33m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 23m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast4h 23m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Aberystwyth to Preston? 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 Preston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 164.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Preston via Shrewsbury and Crewe in around 4h 17m.

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