The cheapest and fastest trains from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
It's difficult to get from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Porthmadog to Aberystwyth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, and a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 57 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€9 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price |
2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Porthmadog to Aberystwyth train times
The table below shows live departures for Porthmadog to Aberystwyth trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:06 PM Porthmadog | 2h12 | 4:18 PM Aberystwyth | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:57 PM Porthmadog | 2h22 | 6:19 PM Aberystwyth | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Porthmadog | 2h19 | 8:19 PM Aberystwyth | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, March 23 | |||||
![]() | 6:53 AM Porthmadog | 2h26 | 9:19 AM Aberystwyth | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:47 AM Porthmadog | 3h33 | 11:20 AM Aberystwyth | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:57 AM Porthmadog | 2h21 | 12:18 PM Aberystwyth | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:01 PM Porthmadog | 3h18 | 3:19 PM Aberystwyth | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Porthmadog to Aberystwyth by bus or train
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Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth
Trains from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 04:57 |
Last train 21:29 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Porthmadog and Aberystwyth from €9. 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 Porthmadog to Aberystwyth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porthmadog 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 Porthmadog to Aberystwyth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Machynlleth from High Street and an end of platform ramp. Step free access to Platform 2. Access between both platforms is via the level crossing
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Services from the station to Gwastadnant, Caernarfon, Pwllheli and Beddgelert.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait in the station car park adjacent to the level crossing
- 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
