The average train between Aberystwyth and South Wales takes 6h 7m and the fastest train takes 5h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberystwyth to South Wales. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Aberystwyth and South Wales. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberystwyth is at 7:27 PM which arrives into South Wales at 7:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 6h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Aberystwyth to South Wales? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth station and arriving at South Wales station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.
Aberystwyth to South Wales train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.
Aberystwyth to South Wales train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Aberystwyth to South Wales train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Aberystwyth and South Wales is 92.2 km. The road distance is 334 km.
You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Cwmbach via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central in around 5h 36m.