The average train between Aberystwyth and Cardiff takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Aberystwyth to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Aberystwyth and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberystwyth is at 7:27 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 12:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth station and arriving at Cardiff station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.
Aberystwyth to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.
Aberystwyth to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Aberystwyth to Cardiff train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Aberystwyth and Cardiff is 121 km. The road distance is 300 km.
You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central via Shrewsbury in around 4h 18m.