The average train between Lancaster and Aberystwyth takes 5h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Lancaster 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.
Trains run every 2 hours between Lancaster and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancaster is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 5h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lancaster 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.
No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Lancaster station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.
Lancaster to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.
Lancaster to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Lancaster to Aberystwyth train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Lancaster and Aberystwyth is 200.5 km. The road distance is 297 km.
You can take a train from Lancaster to Aberystwyth via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 5h 11m.