What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University is to bus which costs £16 - £24 and takes 6h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth University and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth University station to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Police Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via The Black Lion and Rose and Crown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth University and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Cardiff Central via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University?

The distance between Aberystwyth University and Cardiff University is 189 miles. The road distance is 101.3 miles.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University bus from?

Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Aberystwyth Police Station.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University train from?

Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £24 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University bus arrive?

Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at The Black Lion station.

Where does the Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University train arrive?

Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University.

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Q: How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 43m
£63–103
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Police Station to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1bus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Sophia Gardensbus 112 / ...
6h 36m
£16–24
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen stationbus T1 / ...
3. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 58m
£32–66
Drive 100.7 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff Universitycar 100.7 mi
2h 26m
£25–37

Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University by foot and train

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Distance: 187.7 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth University, Wales and Cardiff University, Wales?

You can take a vehicle from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University via Aberystwyth, Shrewsbury, and Cardiff Central in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Aberystwyth University to Cardiff University via Aberystwyth Police Station, The Black Lion, Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1, Rose and Crown, and Sophia Gardens in around 6h 36m.

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