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Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central

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  1. on time
    Aberystwyth
    05:30
    Aberystwyth
    07:13
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 5 estimated
    07:18
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 4B estimated
    09:18
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  2. on time
    Aberystwyth
    06:30
    Aberystwyth
    08:13
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 4 estimated
    08:50
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 7B estimated
    11:02
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 4 estimated
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 4 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  3. on time
    Aberystwyth
    07:30
    Aberystwyth
    09:18
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 4 estimated
    09:40
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 7B estimated
    11:27
    Newport (South Wales)
    Platform 1 estimated
    11:36
    Newport (South Wales)
    Platform 2 estimated
    11:50
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    2 changes
    Peak
  5. on time
    Aberystwyth
    07:30
    Aberystwyth
    09:18
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 4 estimated
    09:40
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 7B estimated
    11:57
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 4 estimated
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 4 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  6. Aberystwyth
    08:30
    Aberystwyth
    10:18
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 3 estimated
    10:39
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 7B estimated
    12:27
    Newport (South Wales)
    Platform 1 estimated
    12:36
    Newport (South Wales)
    Platform 2 estimated
    12:50
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    2 changes
    Peak
  7. Aberystwyth
    08:30
    Aberystwyth
    10:18
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 3 estimated
    10:39
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 7B estimated
    12:57
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  8. Aberystwyth
    09:30
    Aberystwyth
    11:18
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 4 estimated
    11:40
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 7B estimated
    13:28
    Newport (South Wales)
    Platform 1 estimated
    13:36
    Newport (South Wales)
    Platform 2 estimated
    13:50
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    2 changes
    Peak
  9. Aberystwyth
    09:30
    Aberystwyth
    11:18
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 4 estimated
    11:40
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 7B estimated
    13:57
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3A estimated
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3A estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  10. Aberystwyth
    11:30
    Aberystwyth
    13:17
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 4 estimated
    13:40
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 7B estimated
    15:37
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  11. Aberystwyth
    12:30
    Aberystwyth
    14:16
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 5 estimated
    14:47
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 4 estimated
    16:54
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3A estimated
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3A estimated
    1 change
    Peak
Peak and off-peak explained

Journey information from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central

  • Train Fares from: £18
  • Fastest route:
  • Slowest route:
  • Average journey time:
  • Changes: 1 to 2

  • How long does it take to travel from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central by train?

    The average journey time between Aberystwyth and Cardiff Central is . The fastest journey time is . On an average weekday, there are 12 trains per day travelling from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays.

    Avg. Duration

  • Are there direct trains from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central?

    No, it is not possible to travel from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central without having to change trains. Use our journey planner above to get direct train times from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central.

    No direct trains possible

  • What is the distance between Aberystwyth and Cardiff Central?

    The distance between Aberystwyth and Cardiff Central is 75 miles.

    Distance: 75 miles

  • What time is the first train from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central?

    The first train from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central departs at .

    What time is the last train from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central?

    The last train from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central departs at .

    First train
    Last train
    No sleeper services are available. There may also be fewer services on weekends and public holidays; use the Journey Planner above to search for a specific train on your chosen travel date.

  • If you're like us, you've probably seen the sheer number of ticket types available in the UK and wondered ''Why are there so many?!'' Well, luckily we've put together a handy guide to all the variations of train ticket you may encounter on your travels.

    Our guide to ticket types:
    *Please note that not all types of train tickets are available for every journey. Factors such as the time, date and train company you'll be using can affect the availability of each one.

Find journey information for Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth

How to find cheap train tickets from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central

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1 monthin advance**
from£18
2 weeksin advance**
from£22.50
1 weekin advance**
from£20.40

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*Average savings on all fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.**Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.

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