Train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth on 15 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Transport for WalesTrain
Shrewsbury
AberystwythCheapest
Transport for WalesTrain
Shrewsbury
AberystwythFastest
Transport for WalesTrain
Shrewsbury
AberystwythNo tags
Transport for WalesTrain
Shrewsbury
AberystwythNo tags
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Shrewsbury
AberystwythNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Aberystwyth. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 372, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
2h 20mAverage duration
96 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 372 - R 483Average duration2h 20m
2kg CO₂e
Average priceR 235 - R 697Average duration1h 54m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth?

    The cheapest train tickets from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth start from R 235. The average price for this train route is around R 424. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth?

    The average train journey time from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth is 1h 54m, covering a distance of 96 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 42m and is operated by Transport for Wales.

  3. Which train operators serve the Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 10 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth?

    The earliest train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth departs at 07:27. And the latest train departs at 21:50.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/12
R 359
11/12
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Today
R 315
13/12
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14/12
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15/12
R 315
16/12
R 266
17/12
R 267
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 266

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 266 to R 656 for a train ticket from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 266, which is on 2025-12-16.

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