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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Aberystwyth
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €22
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €35
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 2 h 59 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 2 h 59 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 11
- Distance
- 148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Aberystwyth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Aberystwyth will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham to Aberystwyth without transferring at least once.
V23081+
C170075:52 PM 3h32 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 9:24 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) €22 1 One-way 1 transfer- W44939 · V23083
2:22 PM 3h00 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 5:22 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) €28 1 One-way 1 transfer - G38594 · V23078
12:22 PM 2h59 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 3:21 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) €35 1 One-way 1 transfer - G38356 · G38587
9:22 AM 2h59 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 12:21 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) €35 1 One-way 1 transfer - G38602 · V23082
4:22 PM 3h01 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 7:23 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) €35 1 One-way 1 transfer
- G38594 · V23078
12:22 PM 2h59 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 3:21 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) €35 1 One-way 1 transfer - G38356 · G38587
9:22 AM 2h59 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 12:21 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) €35 1 One-way 1 transfer - G38368 · G38598
3:22 PM 2h59 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 6:21 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) €35 1 One-way 1 transfer - W44939 · V23083
2:22 PM 3h00 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 5:22 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) €28 1 One-way 1 transfer - G38589 · V23084
10:22 AM 3h00 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 1:22 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) €36 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Aberystwyth
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Trains from Birmingham to Aberystwyth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 4:57 AM |
Last train 8:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Birmingham to Aberystwyth train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Aberystwyth trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM Birmingham | 3h21 | 12:21 PM Aberystwyth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:34 AM Birmingham | 3h48 | 3:22 PM Aberystwyth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:22 PM Birmingham | 2h58 | 3:20 PM Aberystwyth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:34 PM Birmingham | 3h46 | 4:20 PM Aberystwyth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:22 PM Birmingham | 2h58 | 4:20 PM Aberystwyth | 0 transfersDirect |
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Aberystwyth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Aberystwyth 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 Aberystwyth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Aberystwyth
Most Birmingham to Aberystwyth trains use the Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Aberystwyth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: 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.
Which Aberystwyth station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Aberystwyth from Aberystwyth city centre
Aberystwyth train station facilities and services
Aberystwyth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Aberystwyth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aberystwyth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aberystwyth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aberystwyth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberystwyth: 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.
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