What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff?

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

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth University and Cardiff?

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

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth University and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Cardiff Central via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff?

The distance between Aberystwyth University and Cardiff is 127 miles. The road distance is 100 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 19m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth University to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth University to Cardiff train from?

Aberystwyth University to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Aberystwyth University to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberystwyth University to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth University to Cardiff is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff.

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Aberystwyth University to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from National Library of Wales to Carmarthen stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain Haverfordwest - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 19m
Drive 99.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth University to Cardiffcar 99.4 mi
2h 24m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 31m
£63–103
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
4h 29m

Aberystwyth University to Cardiff by foot and train

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Distance: 126.4 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a vehicle from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff Central via Aberystwyth and Shrewsbury in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Way once daily, and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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