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Outbound fromAberystwyth to Cardiff Central by train
It takes an average of 4h 30m to travel from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central by train, over a distance of around 75 miles (121 km). There are normally 17 trains per day travelling from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central and tickets for this journey start from £35 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:19 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:29 | |
| Departure station | Aberystwyth | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 56m | |
| Distance | 75 miles (121 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £35 | |
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Take the train from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central in 3 hours 56 minutes
If you want to travel from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central by train to take around 4 hours 30 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 56 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 17 trains per day running on this route, which spans 75 miles (121 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Cardiff Central. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.
Train tickets from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central start from £35.00 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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