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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Cardiff Central | Aberystwyth | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Aberystwyth | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Aberystwyth | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Aberystwyth | No tags | ||||
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Get from Cardiff to Aberystwyth
The journey takes about 4 hours 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just ₹1,805, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Transport for Wales ticket prices on this trip start at ₹1,805
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Aberystwyth by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cardiff to Aberystwyth?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Aberystwyth start at ₹1,805. The average price for this train route is around ₹3,981. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cardiff to Aberystwyth?
The average train trip from Cardiff to Aberystwyth takes 4h 16m and covers 120 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 57m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Aberystwyth route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cardiff to Aberystwyth?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Aberystwyth departs at 7:21am. The latest train departs at 11:17pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Aberystwyth was searched and found on May 14, 2026 with a price of ₹1,681To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cardiff to Aberystwyth, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ₹1,681 to ₹6,582 for a train ticket from Cardiff to Aberystwyth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ₹1,681 which is on 2026-05-14.
