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Cardiff to Aberystwyth trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Aberystwyth takes 4h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Aberystwyth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 16m
Duration
186 mi
Distance
£82
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain train Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
  2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain train Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 48m
£70–124

Cardiff to Aberystwyth train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Cardiff and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 7:38 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 11:36 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 186.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth via Shrewsbury in around 4h 48m.

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