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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Bay is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Bay is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Cardiff Bay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 station and arriving at Mermaid Quay. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Cardiff Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Bay. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Cardiff Central via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Bay?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Cardiff Bay is 121 miles. The road distance is 101.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Bay without a car is to bus which takes 4h 8m and costs .

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

The bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Mermaid Quay takes 4h 8m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Bay?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Bay is to bus which takes 4h 8m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Cardiff Bay bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Mermaid Quay station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Cardiff Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Cardiff Bay is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Bay?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay?

There are 1566+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay.

Aberystwyth to Cardiff Bay - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Bay by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Mermaid QuayT1c
4h 8m
Drive 101.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Bay101.2 mi
2h 23m
£26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to ShrewsburyAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff CentralCrewe - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 22m
£41–76

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 120.4 mi
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What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Cardiff Bay, Wales?

Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Mermaid Quay twice daily, and the journey takes 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central via Shrewsbury in around 4h 22m.

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