What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth (Station) and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 station and arriving at Tresillian Way. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth (Station) and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Cardiff Central via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff?

The distance between Aberystwyth (Station) and Cardiff is 122 miles. The road distance is 99.4 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff without a car is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff?

The bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Way takes 4h 15m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff bus from?

Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff train from?

Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £120 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff bus arrive?

Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Tresillian Way station.

Where does the Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff train arrive?

Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff?

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Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
4h 15m
Drive 98.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth (Station) to Cardiff98.8 mi
2h 18m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to ShrewsburyAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff CentralCrewe - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 17m
£39–114

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 121.6 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth (Station), Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Way twice daily, and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central via Shrewsbury in around 4h 17m.

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