How to get from Aberystwyth to Cardiff by bus and train?

Aberystwyth to Cardiff - Bus Timetable

The 1 bus from Aberystwyth to Cardiff runs from 04:36 to 22:36, with departures every 2 hr. The journey takes about 3 hr 45 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Aberystwyth to Cardiff by bus and train

To get from Aberystwyth to Cardiff in Wales, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 1 bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5, Aberystwyth station to Carmarthen Railway Station, Carmarthen station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train and finally take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Swansea station to Cardiff Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 45 min. The bus and train schedule from Aberystwyth may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Cardiff on the Moovit app.

225min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5, Aberystwyth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5, Aberystwyth
    ID cejdwtm
    310 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Carmarthen
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Carmarthen Railway Station, Carmarthen
    ID crmjdpa
    104 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Carmarthen
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Cardiff Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Swansea
    49 min
  • 7
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    London Paddington
  • 8
    Ride to train station Cardiff Central
    Ride to train station
    Cardiff Central
    55 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Aberystwyth to Cardiff

The distance between Aberystwyth, Wales and Cardiff, Wales is approximately 203.22 km, which can typically be travelled in 225 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Aberystwyth to Cardiff by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Wales – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Aberystwyth to Cardiff

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Cardiff?

    The fastest way takes 225 minutes, using Bus line 1, Train line TRANSPORT FOR WALES, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Cardiff in Wales?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 45 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Aberystwyth to Cardiff in Wales?

    The 1 bus line goes from Aberystwyth Bus Station 5, Aberystwyth station near Aberystwyth to Carmarthen Railway Station, Carmarthen station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Carmarthen Railway Station, Carmarthen station near Cardiff in Wales.

  • How long does it take to travel from Aberystwyth to Cardiff in Wales by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Aberystwyth and Cardiff in Wales by bus and train is about 3 hr 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Aberystwyth to get to Cardiff in Wales?

    Get on the 1 bus from the Aberystwyth Bus Station 5, Aberystwyth stop near Aberystwyth in Wales.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Aberystwyth and Cardiff in Wales?

    Get off the bus at the Carmarthen Railway Station, Carmarthen station, which is closest to Cardiff in Wales.

  • When is the first bus from Aberystwyth to Cardiff in Wales?

    The first bus from Aberystwyth to Cardiff in Wales is Cardiff - Aberystwyth via Sarn, Carmarthen, Aberaeron. It leaves the Aberystwyth Bus Station 7, Aberystwyth stop at 09:35.

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