Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Cardiff Central | Aberystwyth | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Aberystwyth | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Aberystwyth | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Aberystwyth | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Aberystwyth | No tags |
Get from Cardiff to Aberystwyth
The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just CLP 16,130, 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 CLP 16,130
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Aberystwyth 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 Cardiff to Aberystwyth?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Aberystwyth start from CLP 16,130. The average price for this train route is around CLP 47,618. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cardiff to Aberystwyth?
The average train journey time from Cardiff to Aberystwyth is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 120 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 58m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Aberystwyth route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 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 07:19. And the latest train departs at 18:42.
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 21 Apr 2026 with a price of CLP 15,187To 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 CLP 15,187 to CLP 101,049 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 CLP 15,187, which is on 2026-04-21.
