What is the best way to travel from Aberystwyth to Cardiff?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Cardiff from Aberystwyth. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Cardiff from Aberystwyth?
You can reach Cardiff with just £25 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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National Express9h 35m008:25AberystwythUniversity18:00CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 19/02/2025 08:25:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/02/2025 18:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
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National Express9h 30m008:30AberystwythBus Station18:00CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 19/02/2025 08:30:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/02/2025 18:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
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Transport for Wales4h 28m005:19AberystwythCentral Station09:47CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 19/02/2025 05:19:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/02/2025 09:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 28m
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Transport for Wales4h 30m006:19AberystwythCentral Station10:49CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 19/02/2025 06:19:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/02/2025 10:49:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Transport for Wales4h 10m007:28AberystwythCentral Station11:38CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 19/02/2025 07:28:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/02/2025 11:38:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
Cheapest Trains Wednesday
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Transport for Wales4h 28m005:19AberystwythCentral Station09:47CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 20/02/2025 05:19:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/02/2025 09:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 28m
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Transport for Wales4h 30m006:19AberystwythCentral Station10:49CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 20/02/2025 06:19:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/02/2025 10:49:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Transport for Wales4h 10m007:28AberystwythCentral Station11:38CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 20/02/2025 07:28:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/02/2025 11:38:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
Cheapest Trains Thursday
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National Express8h 10m008:30AberystwythBus Station16:40CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 08:30:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 16:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
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Transport for Wales4h 28m005:19AberystwythCentral Station09:47CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 05:19:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 09:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 28m
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Transport for Wales4h 30m006:19AberystwythCentral Station10:49CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 06:19:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 10:49:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Transport for Wales4h 10m007:28AberystwythCentral Station11:38CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 07:28:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 11:38:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
Cheapest Buses Friday
Cheapest Trains Friday
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National Express7h 40m008:25AberystwythUniversity16:05CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 08:25:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 16:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
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National Express7h 35m008:30AberystwythBus Station16:05CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 08:30:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 16:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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National Express7h 40m008:25AberystwythUniversity16:05CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 08:25:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 16:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
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National Express7h 35m008:30AberystwythBus Station16:05CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 08:30:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 16:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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National Express7h 45m008:25AberystwythUniversity16:10CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 08:25:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
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National Express7h 40m008:30AberystwythBus Station16:10CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 08:30:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
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Transport for Wales4h 28m005:19AberystwythCentral Station09:47CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 05:19:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 09:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 28m
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Transport for Wales4h 30m006:19AberystwythCentral Station10:49CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 06:19:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 10:49:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Transport for Wales4h 10m007:28AberystwythCentral Station11:38CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 07:28:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 11:38:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
Cheapest Buses Monday
Cheapest Trains Monday
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National Express9h 35m008:25AberystwythUniversity18:00CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 25/02/2025 08:25:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/02/2025 18:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
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National Express9h 30m008:30AberystwythBus Station18:00CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 25/02/2025 08:30:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/02/2025 18:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
What are the fastest trips from Aberystwyth to Cardiff?
You can get to Cardiff from Aberystwyth in just 4h 10m with a Train from Transport for Wales. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Transport for Wales4h 10m007:28AberystwythCentral Station11:38CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 19/02/2025 07:28:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/02/2025 11:38:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
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Transport for Wales4h 28m005:19AberystwythCentral Station09:47CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 19/02/2025 05:19:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/02/2025 09:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 28m
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Transport for Wales4h 30m006:19AberystwythCentral Station10:49CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 19/02/2025 06:19:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/02/2025 10:49:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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National Express9h 30m008:30AberystwythBus Station18:00CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 19/02/2025 08:30:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/02/2025 18:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
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National Express9h 35m008:25AberystwythUniversity18:00CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 19/02/2025 08:25:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/02/2025 18:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
Fastest Trains Wednesday
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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Transport for Wales4h 10m007:28AberystwythCentral Station11:38CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 20/02/2025 07:28:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/02/2025 11:38:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
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Transport for Wales4h 28m005:19AberystwythCentral Station09:47CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 20/02/2025 05:19:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/02/2025 09:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 28m
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Transport for Wales4h 30m006:19AberystwythCentral Station10:49CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 20/02/2025 06:19:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/02/2025 10:49:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
Fastest Trains Thursday
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Transport for Wales4h 10m007:28AberystwythCentral Station11:38CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 07:28:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 11:38:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
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Transport for Wales4h 28m005:19AberystwythCentral Station09:47CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 05:19:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 09:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 28m
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Transport for Wales4h 30m006:19AberystwythCentral Station10:49CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 06:19:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 10:49:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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National Express8h 10m008:30AberystwythBus Station16:40CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 21/02/2025 08:30:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/02/2025 16:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Fastest Trains Friday
Fastest Buses Friday
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National Express7h 35m008:30AberystwythBus Station16:05CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 08:30:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 16:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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National Express7h 40m008:25AberystwythUniversity16:05CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 08:25:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 16:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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National Express7h 35m008:30AberystwythBus Station16:05CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 08:30:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 16:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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National Express7h 40m008:25AberystwythUniversity16:05CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 23/02/2025 08:25:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/02/2025 16:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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Transport for Wales4h 10m007:28AberystwythCentral Station11:38CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 07:28:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 11:38:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
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Transport for Wales4h 28m005:19AberystwythCentral Station09:47CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 05:19:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 09:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 28m
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Transport for Wales4h 30m006:19AberystwythCentral Station10:49CardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 06:19:00 to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 10:49:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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National Express7h 40m008:30AberystwythBus Station16:10CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 08:30:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
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National Express7h 45m008:25AberystwythUniversity16:10CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 08:25:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
Fastest Trains Monday
Fastest Buses Monday
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National Express9h 30m008:30AberystwythBus Station18:00CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 25/02/2025 08:30:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/02/2025 18:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
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National Express9h 35m008:25AberystwythUniversity18:00CardiffCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from University, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom) at 25/02/2025 08:25:00 to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/02/2025 18:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Aberystwyth to Cardiff
What are the most popular stations in Aberystwyth and Cardiff?
In Aberystwyth, you will usually depart from Central Station, University or Bus Station, while in Cardiff you will be arriving at Central Station, Bus Interchange or National Museum, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cardiff from Aberystwyth? With 3 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Aberystwyth and Cardiff, you can pay as low as £25 with a Bus from National Express.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Transport for Wales: you will get to Cardiff in just 4h 10m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Aberystwyth and Cardiff are Transport for Wales and National Express, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Aberystwyth and Cardiff is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Capel Bangor or to Newlyn, and look at flights from , and landing at Cardiff Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Aberystwyth to Cardiff?
The most popular companies between Aberystwyth and Cardiff, are Transport for Wales and National Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express
Train companies: Transport for Wales
All you need to know when you travel from Aberystwyth to Cardiff
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Aberystwyth to Cardiff. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Aberystwyth to Cardiff
How can I reach Cardiff from Aberystwyth?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Cardiff from Aberystwyth.
How far is Cardiff from Aberystwyth?
The distance between Aberystwyth and Cardiff is 120.9 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Aberystwyth and Cardiff?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 21 kgs, and a flight 30 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Aberystwyth to Cardiff?
You can get to Cardiff with just £25 by taking a Bus from National Express.
What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Cardiff?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cardiff in just 4h 10m with a Train from Transport for Wales.
More routes to Aberystwyth and to Cardiff
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Aberystwyth and to Cardiff. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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