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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Aberystwyth
Showing times and prices for Jan 20
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
2 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
148 km
Cheap tickets
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 $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Fast trains
Of the 12 trains that leave Birmingham for Aberystwyth on Tue, Jan 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 20 the direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .
On Tue, Jan 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 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.
L64203 · L6454007:22PM3h02
Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:24PMAberystwyth station (AYW)
$211One-way
1 transfer
L6453104:22PM3h01
Birmingham New Street (BHM)07:23PMAberystwyth station (AYW)
$211One-way
0 transfers
L64195 · L6452803:22PM2h58
Birmingham New Street (BHM)06:20PMAberystwyth station (AYW)
$211One-way
1 transfer
L6451208:22AM3h00
Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:22AMAberystwyth station (AYW)
$211One-way
0 transfers
L6452502:22PM3h00
Birmingham New Street (BHM)05:22PMAberystwyth station (AYW)
$211One-way
0 transfers
L64195 · L6452803:22PM2h58
Birmingham New Street (BHM)06:20PMAberystwyth station (AYW)
$211One-way
1 transfer
L22750 · L6452112:22PM2h59
Birmingham New Street (BHM)03:21PMAberystwyth station (AYW)
$211One-way
1 transfer
L6451208:22AM3h00
Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:22AMAberystwyth station (AYW)
$211One-way
0 transfers
L6452502:22PM3h00
Birmingham New Street (BHM)05:22PMAberystwyth station (AYW)
$211One-way
0 transfers
L6451710:22AM3h00
Birmingham New Street (BHM)01:22PMAberystwyth station (AYW)
$211One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Aberystwyth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Aberystwyth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. 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 €17, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 91 miles (148 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€28 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m 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 |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Aberystwyth train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Aberystwyth trains for today, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 7:14 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L64512 | On time 8:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h00 | 11:22 AM Aberystwyth station (AYW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 P05501+L64514 | On time 8:52 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h28 | 12:20 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) | 1 transfer | |
| L64517 | On time 10:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h00 | 1:22 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L22750 · L64521 | On time 12:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h59 | 3:21 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) | 1 transfer | |
| L64189 · L64525 | On time 1:23 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h59 | 5:22 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) | 1 transfer | |
| P05511+L64525 | On time 1:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h30 | 5:22 PM Aberystwyth station (AYW) | 1 transfer | |
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Transport for Wales as well as West Midlands Trains offer trains services from Birmingham to Aberystwyth. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Birmingham to Aberystwyth.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Aberystwyth.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Transport for Wales tickets can be bought on Transport for Wales's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of West Midlands Trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from Birmingham to Aberystwyth.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Aberystwyth
United KingdomUnited KingdomTrain Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Birmingham to Aberystwyth start from as low as $20 (€16) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $35 (€28) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 6 daily trains from Birmingham to Aberystwyth with 2 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 2h 58m but the average duration is 2h 59m
Train Operators
- Travel from Birmingham to Aberystwyth with Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, and Transport for Wales
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Transport for Wales.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Birmingham New Street (BHM) and arrive in Aberystwyth station (AYW)
- First train typically departs at 04:30 AM and the last at 08:25 PM
Distance 91 miles (148 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 20:25 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains from Birmingham to Aberystwyth trainsTransport for Wales, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham and Aberystwyth from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 58m
Cheapest Price
$19 (€16)
Transport for Wales frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
West Midlands Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 54m
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
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.
Train ticket prices from Birmingham to Aberystwyth can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $20 (€16), while the average price is around $35 (€28).
The train from Birmingham to Aberystwyth takes 2h 58m and runs 6 per day.
The distance by train from Birmingham to Aberystwyth is 91 miles (148 km).
The first train from Birmingham to Aberystwyth leaves at 4:30 AM.
The last train from Birmingham to Aberystwyth leaves at 8:25 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Birmingham to Aberystwyth.
Yes, there is a direct train from Birmingham to Aberystwyth. This service operates 2 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Birmingham to Aberystwyth.
The train station in Birmingham that goes to Aberystwyth is Birmingham New Street (BHM), which connects to Aberystwyth station (AYW).
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Aberystwyth is by train, with a cost of around $20 (€16).
The train journey from Birmingham to Aberystwyth is considered scenic, offering views of the rolling Welsh countryside, picturesque towns, and the Cambrian Mountains.
A day trip from Birmingham to Aberystwyth is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 58m. Trains run 6 times per day.
To fully explore Aberystwyth, including its cultural attractions, historic sites, and natural beauty, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Birmingham to Aberystwyth.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Aberystwyth
Birmingham
Aberystwyth
The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your trip from Birmingham to Aberystwyth.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transit options for Birmingham New Street
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Distance to city center
12 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
Bike Parking
- 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 Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Birmingham International
- 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.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 00:10 Saturday 05:55 - 23:55 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Flower stall
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are located on Platform 1 and between platforms 3 & 4.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between Platforms 2 and 3 at the south end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Birmingham Moor Street
- 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.
The major train station for arrivals in Aberystwyth is Aberystwyth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Aberystwyth for your journey to Aberystwyth from Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 17:40 Saturday 07:15 - 17:40 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On the platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Aberystwyth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at side of the station opposite the station taxi rank
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