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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Aberystwyth (AYW)

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17

train journeys
per day

75

miles (121 kms)

3hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 00:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Aberystwyth (AYW)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Aberystwyth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth is approximately 75 miles (121 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 29 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Aberystwyth.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:12
    4 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    09:21
    Cardiff Central
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:35
    4 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    10:22
    Cardiff Central
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:17
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:21
    Cardiff Central
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:50
    4 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    12:20
    Cardiff Central
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:22
    4 hrs 1 change
    13:22
    Cardiff Central
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:06
    4 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    14:22
    Cardiff Central
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:25
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    15:21
    Cardiff Central
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:04
    4 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    16:22
    Cardiff Central
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:49
    4 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    17:21
    Cardiff Central
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:56
    4 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    17:22
    Cardiff Central
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:49
    4 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    18:22
    Cardiff Central
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:23
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    19:21
    Cardiff Central
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:22
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    20:20
    Cardiff Central
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:14
    4 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    21:22
    Cardiff Central
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:25
    3 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    22:22
    Cardiff Central
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:41
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    00:01
    Cardiff Central
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:51
    8 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Cardiff Central
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Central to Aberystwyth

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Aberystwyth Station

Station name Aberystwyth (AYW)
Address Aberystwyth station, Alexandra Road, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 1LH
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:10 - 17:40
Saturday 07:15 - 17:40
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Aberystwyth

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Aberystwyth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Aberystwyth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:44.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Aberystwyth can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Central & Aberystwyth. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Aberystwyth.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Central and Aberystwyth, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.