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Trains from Aberystwyth (AYW) to Reading Stations

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18

train journeys
per day

148

miles (238 kms)

5hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

05:23 / 00:13

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Aberystwyth (AYW) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Aberystwyth and Reading Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Aberystwyth to Reading Stations is approximately 148 miles (238 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 8 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Aberystwyth and Reading Stations.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Aberystwyth to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Aberystwyth to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:23
    5 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:19
    5 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:28
    5 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    12:39
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:35
    6 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    13:45
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:35
    5 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    14:16
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:29
    5 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    14:42
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:35
    6 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:28
    5 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    16:40
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:35
    5 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    17:17
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:29
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    17:40
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:29
    5 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    18:41
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:35
    5 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    19:16
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    15:29
    5 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    20:43
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    15:35
    6 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    21:44
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    17:27
    5 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    22:38
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    18:31
    5 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    23:50
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    19:29
    11 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    06:48
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    23:39
    11 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Aberystwyth
    Reading
    Aberystwyth to Reading

About Aberystwyth Station

Station name Aberystwyth (AYW)
Address Aberystwyth station, Alexandra Road, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 1LH
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:10 - 17:40
Saturday 07:15 - 17:40
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Aberystwyth and Reading Stations

The travel time between Aberystwyth and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Aberystwyth and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:13.

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Amenities on trains between Aberystwyth and Reading Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Aberystwyth & Reading Stations. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Aberystwyth and Reading Stations.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Aberystwyth and Reading Stations, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.