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Bradford to Aberystwyth trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Bradford and Aberystwyth takes 6h 5m and the fastest train takes 5h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Bradford to Aberystwyth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 5m
Duration
184 mi
Distance
£73
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Manchester Victoriatrain train
  2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain train
  3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain train
5h 53m
£62–107

Bradford to Aberystwyth train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Bradford and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bradford is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 6h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 16m • 3 changes

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 16m • 3 changes

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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 16m • 3 changes

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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 16m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 15m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bradford to Aberystwyth? 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 Bradford to Aberystwyth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 184.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Aberystwyth via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Shrewsbury in around 5h 53m.

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