The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberystwyth to Birmingham
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
3 h 3 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberystwyth to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberystwyth to Birmingham will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 5 trains that leave Aberystwyth for Birmingham on Fri, Dec 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 3 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Aberystwyth to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberystwyth to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 148 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€28 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest |
3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Aberystwyth to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberystwyth to Birmingham trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:29 PM Aberystwyth | 3h06 | 9:35 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 5 | |||||
![]() | 4:19 AM Aberystwyth | 3h13 | 7:32 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:19 AM Aberystwyth | 3h11 | 8:30 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:29 AM Aberystwyth | 3h03 | 11:32 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:28 AM Aberystwyth | 3h04 | 1:32 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:26 AM Aberystwyth | 3h06 | 2:32 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham
Trains from Aberystwyth to Birmingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 01:45 |
Last train 20:25 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Aberystwyth to Birmingham trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Aberystwyth and Birmingham from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Aberystwyth to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberystwyth to Birmingham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Aberystwyth, which is located around 0.4 miles (647 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Birmingham New Street, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Aberystwyth to Birmingham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 17:40 Saturday 07:15 - 17:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Access to the station platform is possible via a short accessible ramp with handrails or four steps with handrails.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located within the Main Station Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located within the Main Station Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On the platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at side of the station opposite the station taxi rank
- Opening hours: Monday 07:00 - 10:3012:00 - 18:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 11:0012:00 - 18:00 Friday 07:00 - 11:0015:00 - 18:00 Saturday 11:00 - 15:00 Sunday Closed None
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Lichfield Road - under railway bridge at public service bus stop near to bottom of stairs for Platform 1 Walsall bound platform
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 00:10 Saturday 05:55 - 23:55 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Flower stall
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are located on Platform 1 and between platforms 3 & 4.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between Platforms 2 and 3 at the south end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: This station is not usually served by rail replacement buses, due to difficult road access. Replacement buses stop at Birmingham Snow Hill station.
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