Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Aberystwyth | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Aberystwyth | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Aberystwyth | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Aberystwyth | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Aberystwyth | Cardiff Central | No tags |
Get from Aberystwyth to Cardiff
The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 64, 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 PEN 64
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Aberystwyth to Cardiff by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Aberystwyth to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Aberystwyth to Cardiff start from PEN 64. The average price for this train route is around PEN 187. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Aberystwyth to Cardiff?
The average train journey time from Aberystwyth to Cardiff is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 120 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 57m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators serve the Aberystwyth to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Aberystwyth to Cardiff?
The earliest train from Aberystwyth to Cardiff departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 22:35.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Aberystwyth to Cardiff was searched and found on 18 Apr 2026 with a price of PEN 60To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Aberystwyth to Cardiff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 60 to PEN 398 for a train ticket from Aberystwyth to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 60, which is on 2026-04-18.
