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St Helens to Aberystwyth trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between St Helens and Aberystwyth takes 5h 7m and the fastest train takes 4h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from St Helens 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.

5h 7m
Duration
158 mi
Distance
£60
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Crewetrain train
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain train
  3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain train
5h 34m
£53–87

St Helens to Aberystwyth train times

Trains run every 2 hours between St Helens and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from St Helens is at 11:44 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Wigan North Western and take an average of 5h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales11h 36m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 24m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 22m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 23m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 23m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 24m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 22m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 23m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 23m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 24m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 22m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 23m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 23m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 24m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 22m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 23m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 23m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 24m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from St Helens to Aberystwyth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 157.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between St Helens, England and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from St Helens Central to Aberystwyth via Wigan North Western, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 5h 34m.

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