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Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Aberystwyth (AYW)

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13

train journeys
per day

59

miles (96 kms)

1hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

06:24 / 23:51

first / last train

10

direct trains

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Aberystwyth (AYW)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Shrewsbury and Aberystwyth , with 10 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth is approximately 59 miles (96 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 34 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Aberystwyth.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:24
    1 hrs 58 mins Direct
    08:22
    Shrewsbury
    Aberystwyth
    Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:27
    1 hrs 54 mins Direct
    09:21
    Shrewsbury
    Aberystwyth
    Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    11:21
    Shrewsbury
    Aberystwyth
    Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:29
    1 hrs 51 mins Direct
    12:20
    Shrewsbury
    Aberystwyth
    Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:27
    1 hrs 55 mins Direct
    13:22
    Shrewsbury
    Aberystwyth
    Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:28
    1 hrs 53 mins Direct
    15:21
    Shrewsbury
    Aberystwyth
    Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:28
    1 hrs 53 mins Direct
    17:21
    Shrewsbury
    Aberystwyth
    Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:30
    1 hrs 51 mins Direct
    19:21
    Shrewsbury
    Aberystwyth
    Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:31
    1 hrs 49 mins Direct
    20:20
    Shrewsbury
    Aberystwyth
    Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:30
    1 hrs 52 mins Direct
    21:22
    Shrewsbury
    Aberystwyth
    Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:32
    1 hrs 50 mins Direct
    22:22
    Shrewsbury
    Aberystwyth
    Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:51
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    00:01
    Shrewsbury
    Aberystwyth
    Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:40
    10 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Shrewsbury
    Aberystwyth
    Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth

About Shrewsbury Station

Station name Shrewsbury (SHR)
Address Shrewsbury station, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 20:40
Saturday 05:20 - 19:40
Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Shrewsbury and Aberystwyth

The travel time between Shrewsbury and Aberystwyth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shrewsbury 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 06:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

First class tickets on trains between Shrewsbury and Aberystwyth typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 10 direct services per day from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Aberystwyth.

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