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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Cardiff to Aberystwyth, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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£ 8.60
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Cardiff to Aberystwyth train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff to Aberystwyth, starting from £ 5.05 and averaging £ 8.60. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 58m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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06:43
4h 39m, No direct
Cardiff Central
11:22
Aberystwyth
Transport for Wales
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07:19
4h 3m, No direct
Cardiff Central
11:22
Aberystwyth
Transport for Wales
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07:40
4h 42m, No direct
Cardiff Central
12:22
Aberystwyth
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07:53
4h 27m, No direct
Cardiff Central
12:20
Aberystwyth
Transport for Wales
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08:51
4h 31m, No direct
Cardiff Central
13:22
Aberystwyth
Transport for Wales
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09:23
3h 59m, No direct
Cardiff Central
13:22
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Transport for Wales
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Cardiff to Aberystwyth train route details

First train
First train
01:11
Last train
Last train
23:20
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff
Arrival station
Arrival station
Aberystwyth
Journey time
Journey time
3h 58m
Distance
Distance
123 km
Price
Price
£ 5.05*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Aberystwyth

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff to Aberystwyth. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Cardiff to Aberystwyth, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Aberystwyth ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cardiff to Aberystwyth train ticket types

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