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Trains from Aberystwyth (AYW) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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19

train journeys
per day

75

miles (121 kms)

4hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

05:35 / 00:13

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

1

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Aberystwyth (AYW) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Aberystwyth and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 75 miles (121 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 7 mins.

Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Aberystwyth and Cardiff Queen Street.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:35
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:00
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:25
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    11:00
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:29
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:35
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    14:05
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    4 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:35
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:29
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:35
    4 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:35
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    17:55
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:35
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    19:05
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:29
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:35
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    20:10
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:27
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    21:47
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:35
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    22:30
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:35
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    23:24
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:29
    10 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    05:30
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:39
    10 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    10:09
    Aberystwyth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberystwyth to Cardiff Queen Street

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

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Aberystwyth and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Aberystwyth and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Aberystwyth and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:13.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Aberystwyth & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Aberystwyth and Cardiff Queen Street.

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