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Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street, starting from $12.06 and averaging $17.95. The entire journey takes no more than 4 hours 9 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
17:25 4 hours 9 minutes, Changes required Aberystwyth	21:34 Cardiff Queen Street	Find Tickets
18:29 4 hours 57 minutes, Changes required Aberystwyth	23:26 Cardiff Queen Street	Find Tickets
19:27 10 hours 7 minutes, Changes required Aberystwyth	05:34 +1 Cardiff Queen Street	Find Tickets
22:35 8 hours 55 minutes, Changes required Aberystwyth	07:30 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street Train Route Details

First train

05:19

Last train

22:35

Departure station

Aberystwyth

Arrival station

Cardiff Queen Street

Journey time

4 hours 9 minutes

Distance

122 km

Price

$12.06*

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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, 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%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street Train prices and times

Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street Train Route Details