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How to get from Fairwater to Aberystwyth University by train?

From Fairwater to Aberystwyth University by train

To get from Fairwater to Aberystwyth University in Ceredigion, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Fairwater station to Cardiff Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train and finally take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Shrewsbury station to Aberystwyth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 56 min. The train schedule from Fairwater may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Aberystwyth University on the Moovit app.

296min
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Walk to Aberystwyth University
Leaves from Fairwater

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Fairwater
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Merthyr Tydfil
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cardiff Central
    12 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Holyhead
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Shrewsbury
    ID SHR
    119 min
  • 6
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Aberystwyth
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aberystwyth
    115 min
  • 8
    Walk to Aberystwyth University
    Walk to
    Aberystwyth University
    Penglais Rd
    1.19 km • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Fairwater to Aberystwyth University by bus and train

To get from Fairwater to Aberystwyth University in Ceredigion, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 61 bus from Waun-Gron Park Railway Station, Fairwater station to Fitzhamon Embankment, Riverside station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the T1 bus from Carmarthen Railway Station, Carmarthen station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, Aberystwyth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 36 min. The train schedule from Fairwater may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Aberystwyth University on the Moovit app.

336min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 6161
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - T1T1
Walk to Aberystwyth University
Leaves from Waun-Gron Park Railway Station, Fairwater

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Waun-Gron Park Railway Station, Fairwater
    ID cdidpwd
    690 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6161
    Wait for bus
    61
    Cardiff Bus Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fitzhamon Embankment, Riverside
    ID cdiapw
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Cardiff Central
    300 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Carmarthen
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Carmarthen
    118 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Carmarthen Railway Station, Carmarthen
    ID crmjdpa
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - T1T1
    Wait for bus
    T1
    Aberystwyth
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, Aberystwyth
    ID cejgmtm
    138 min
  • 10
    Walk to Aberystwyth University
    Walk to
    Aberystwyth University
    Penglais Rd
    1.26 km • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Fairwater to Aberystwyth University

The distance between Fairwater, Ceredigion and Aberystwyth University, Ceredigion is approximately 307.4 km, which can typically be travelled in 296 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Fairwater to Aberystwyth University by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ceredigion – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Fairwater to Aberystwyth University

To check the train schedule from Fairwater to Aberystwyth University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Fairwater) and destination (Aberystwyth University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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From Fairwater to Aberystwyth University by bus and train

To get from Fairwater to Aberystwyth University in Ceredigion, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 61 bus from Waun-Gron Park Railway Station, Fairwater station to Fitzhamon Embankment, Riverside station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the T1 bus from Carmarthen Railway Station, Carmarthen station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, Aberystwyth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 36 min. The train schedule from Fairwater may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Aberystwyth University on the Moovit app.

336min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 6161
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - T1T1
Walk to Aberystwyth University
Leaves from Waun-Gron Park Railway Station, Fairwater

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Waun-Gron Park Railway Station, Fairwater
    ID cdidpwd
    690 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6161
    Wait for bus
    61
    Cardiff Bus Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fitzhamon Embankment, Riverside
    ID cdiapw
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Cardiff Central
    300 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Carmarthen
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Carmarthen
    118 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Carmarthen Railway Station, Carmarthen
    ID crmjdpa
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - T1T1
    Wait for bus
    T1
    Aberystwyth
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, Aberystwyth
    ID cejgmtm
    138 min
  • 10
    Walk to Aberystwyth University
    Walk to
    Aberystwyth University
    Penglais Rd
    1.26 km • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Fairwater to Aberystwyth University?

    The fastest way takes 296 minutes, using Train line TRANSPORT FOR WALES, Train line TRANSPORT FOR WALES, Train line TRANSPORT FOR WALES.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Fairwater to Aberystwyth University?

    The alternative route takes 336 minutes, using Bus line 61, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line T1.

  • Is there a direct train between Fairwater and Aberystwyth University?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 56 min.

  • Which train line goes from Fairwater to Aberystwyth University?

    The TRANSPORT FOR WALES train line goes from Merthyr Tydfil station near Fairwater in Cardiff to Cardiff Central station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Cardiff Central station near Aberystwyth University in Ceredigion.

  • How long does it take to travel from Fairwater to Aberystwyth University by train?

    The total travel time between Fairwater in Cardiff and Aberystwyth University in Ceredigion by train is about 4 hr 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Fairwater to get to Aberystwyth University?

    Get on the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from the Merthyr Tydfil station near Fairwater in Cardiff.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Fairwater and Aberystwyth University?

    Get off the train at the Cardiff Central station, which is closest to Aberystwyth University in Ceredigion.

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