The average train between Sunderland and Aberystwyth takes 8h 26m and the fastest train takes 6h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Sunderland 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 4 hours between Sunderland and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 8:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 11:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 8h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Sunderland 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 Sunderland to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Sunderland station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.
Sunderland to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.
Sunderland to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Sunderland to Aberystwyth train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Sunderland and Aberystwyth is 329 km. The road distance is 486 km.
You can take a train from Sunderland to Aberystwyth via Newcastle, Manchester Piccadilly, and Shrewsbury in around 8h 30m.