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Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central

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  1. on time
    Aberystwyth
    Platform 1
    15:28
    Aberystwyth
    Platform 1
    17:19
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 4 estimated
    17:46
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 7B estimated
    19:52
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    on time
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  2. on time
    Aberystwyth
    Platform 1
    17:28
    Aberystwyth
    Platform 1
    19:18
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 5 estimated
    19:44
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 4 estimated
    21:44
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3A estimated
    on time
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3A estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  3. on time
    Aberystwyth
    19:30
    Aberystwyth
    21:18
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 5 estimated
    22:04
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 7 estimated
    00:18
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3A estimated
    on time
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3A estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  4. Aberystwyth
    08:30
    Aberystwyth
    10:21
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 5 estimated
    11:06
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 7B estimated
    13:13
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 4A estimated
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 4A estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  5. Aberystwyth
    09:30
    Aberystwyth
    11:18
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 4 estimated
    11:48
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 7 estimated
    13:54
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  6. Aberystwyth
    11:30
    Aberystwyth
    13:18
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 4 estimated
    13:49
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 7 estimated
    15:57
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  7. Aberystwyth
    13:30
    Aberystwyth
    15:19
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 4 estimated
    15:48
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 4 estimated
    17:57
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 4B estimated
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 4B estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  8. Aberystwyth
    15:28
    Aberystwyth
    17:19
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 4 estimated
    17:46
    Shrewsbury
    Platform 7B estimated
    19:53
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 4 estimated
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 4 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
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Journey information from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central

  • Train Fares from: £21.50
  • 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 . On an average weekday, there are 26 trains travelling from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays.

    Avg. Duration

  • What is the fastest journey from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central by train?

    The fastest journey time by train is .

  • How much does the train from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central cost?

    Train tickets from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central can start from as little as £21.50 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.

  • 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.

Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central timetable

Check out the next trains departing from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central for Friday 5th Jun 2020. For the full train timetable, or to search for a later time or date, click here.

DepartsArrivesDuration
15:2819:524h 24m, 1 change
17:2821:444h 16m, 1 change
19:3000:184h 48m, 1 change
08:3013:134h 43m, 1 change
09:3013:544h 24m, 1 change
11:3015:574h 27m, 1 change
13:3017:574h 27m, 1 change
15:2819:534h 25m, 1 change

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth.

How to find cheap train tickets from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Central

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from£21.50
2 weeksin advance‡
from£25
today‡
from£32

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**Average savings on Advance 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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