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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Aberystwyth
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €42
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €49
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 3 h 50 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 3 h 51 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 2
- Distance
- 171 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Aberystwyth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Aberystwyth will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 2 trains from Manchester to Aberystwyth, including 2 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 171 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 3 h 52 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.
8:30 AM 3h50 Manchester 12:20 PM Aberystwyth €42 1 One-way 0 transfers9:30 AM 3h52 Manchester 1:22 PM Aberystwyth €57 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:30 AM 3h50 Manchester 12:20 PM Aberystwyth €42 1 One-way 0 transfers9:30 AM 3h52 Manchester 1:22 PM Aberystwyth €57 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Aberystwyth
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Trains from Manchester to Aberystwyth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €26 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 171 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Manchester to Aberystwyth train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G01008+W45136 · G38591 | 8:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h55 | 12:21 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) | 2 transfers | |
| G38896 · V23021 | 9:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h51 | 1:21 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) | 1 transfer | |
| G38897 · V23020 | 11:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h52 | 3:21 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) | 1 transfer | |
 P24172+ C01364+G38918 · G38595 | 11:48 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 4h34 | 4:22 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) | 3 transfers | |
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Aberystwyth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Aberystwyth
Most Manchester to Aberystwyth trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Aberystwyth station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Aberystwyth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Aberystwyth leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Aberystwyth station do trains from Manchester 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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