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Swansea to Aberystwyth Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 8 daily train trips available from Swansea to Aberystwyth. Traveling by train from Swansea to Aberystwyth usually takes 5 hours and 59 minutes, but the fastest Arriva Trains Wales train can make the trip in 5 hours and 39 minutes.
| Distance | 55 mi (89 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 39m |
| Lowest price | $41.90 |
| Most frequent service | Arriva Trains Wales |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Swansea to Aberystwyth?
2 train services operate from Swansea to Aberystwyth. Arriva Trains Wales usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arriva Trains Wales | 5 | 5h 50m | $60.73 |
| Great Western Railway + Connections | 3 | 6h 16m | $88.98 |
Arriva Trains Wales is a friendly and reliable operator of passenger rail services in Wales with services that cross the border into England. Destinations for Arriva Trains Wales services in Wales include Newport, Wrexham, Birmingham, and Manchester. Onboard, passengers will find power outlets and restrooms, plus snacks and beverages available for purchase from a café car or roving trolley service.
Great Western Railway + Connections train tickets from Swansea to Aberystwyth start from $89, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Great Western Railway + Connections schedules to Aberystwyth. Great Western Railway + Connections in Swansea leaves from Swansea Train Station . And in Aberystwyth trains arrive at Train Station .
From Swansea to Aberystwyth train travel on Great Western Railway + Connections takes 6 hours and 16 minutes. If you are looking to get to Aberystwyth faster, Great Western Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 39 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Great Western Railway + Connections offers 3 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Aberystwyth.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Swansea to Aberystwyth
The distance between Swansea and Aberystwyth is approximately 55 miles, or 89 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 59 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 39 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Swansea to Aberystwyth. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Swansea at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Aberystwyth to Swansea.
City Information
Swansea
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Swansea is a coastal city in the southwest of Wales. With its sweeping coastline and diverse city, this historically industrial town has so much to offer. A visit to Swansea would be incomplete without a visit to one, or all, of its magnificent beaches and peninsulas. Swansea Bay makes a great picnic stop on a warm day, with its soft sand, blue waters, and plentiful ice cream parlors.
The Gower Peninsula, famous for being the U.K.'s first Area of Outstanding National Beauty, provides a great place to experience the real Wales, with its dramatic limestone cliffs, wild moors, and diverse ecology; it's definitely worth the short car drive from the city.
If the weather drives you indoors, then visit the National Waterfront Museum to learn about the industrial and maritime history of Wales. Swansea is also home to a large indoor market where you can explore independent retailers' goods and indulge in the many local delicacies on offer.
With its major road links and park-and-ride car parks, Swansea is easy to reach by car. Direct trains also run from many major cities, including London and Manchester, via the Great Western Railway. National Express and Megabus also provide frequent bus services to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Swansea?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Swansea Train Station
Trains to Swansea arrive at the Swansea Train Station on the northern edge of the city center. Opened in 1850, the station overlooks the Swansea Canal to the east. The historic building is not huge but includes a coffee shop and essential amenities. It is the terminus of regular services from London and serves as an intermediate stop for hourly Great Western Railways trains between Cardiff, West Wales, and Manchester. Transport for Wales operates additional routes from Swansea to cities throughout Wales.
All train stations in Swansea:
Swansea Train Station
Where is the train station in Aberystwyth?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Aberystwyth has one train station.
All train stations in Aberystwyth:
Train Station
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