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Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €10.39, with average prices for this route around €15.46. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
09:40 4h 50m, Changes required Aberystwyth	14:30 Cardiff Queen Street		Find Tickets
19:26 12h 4m, Changes required Aberystwyth	07:30 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street Train Route Details

First train

09:40

Last train

19:26

Departure station

Aberystwyth

Arrival station

Cardiff Queen Street

Journey time

4h 50m

Distance

122 km

Price

€10.39*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

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 traveling from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street, 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group 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.

Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street Train prices and times

Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street Train Route Details