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Trains from Reading to Aberystwyth (AYW)

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13

train journeys
per day

148

miles (238 kms)

5hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

06:15 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Reading to Aberystwyth (AYW)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Aberystwyth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Aberystwyth is approximately 148 miles (238 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 35 mins.

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

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

Journeys from Reading to Aberystwyth Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:21
    Reading
    Aberystwyth
    Reading to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:15
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    12:20
    Reading
    Aberystwyth
    Reading to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    5 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    13:22
    Reading
    Aberystwyth
    Reading to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:16
    5 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    15:21
    Reading
    Aberystwyth
    Reading to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    5 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    17:21
    Reading
    Aberystwyth
    Reading to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    5 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    19:21
    Reading
    Aberystwyth
    Reading to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:14
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    20:20
    Reading
    Aberystwyth
    Reading to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:14
    5 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    21:22
    Reading
    Aberystwyth
    Reading to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:13
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    22:22
    Reading
    Aberystwyth
    Reading to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:15
    5 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    00:01
    Reading
    Aberystwyth
    Reading to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:13
    10 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Reading
    Aberystwyth
    Reading to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:27
    9 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Reading
    Aberystwyth
    Reading to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:34
    13 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    13:22
    Reading
    Aberystwyth
    Reading to Aberystwyth

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Aberystwyth

The travel time between Reading and Aberystwyth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Aberystwyth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading & Aberystwyth. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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