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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Aberystwyth
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
7 h 25 m
Average duration
7 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Aberystwyth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Aberystwyth will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.
To travel from Cardiff to Aberystwyth you need to make at least one change.
NX112 · NX40911:207h25Cardiff, Sophia Gardens18:45Aberystwyth, Alexandra Road£481One-way1 change
- NX112 · NX40911:207h25Cardiff, Sophia Gardens18:45Aberystwyth, Alexandra Road£481One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Aberystwyth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Aberystwyth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 121 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price |
6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Aberystwyth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Aberystwyth coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX112 · NX409 | 11:20 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 7h25 | 18:45 Aberystwyth, Alexandra Road | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Aberystwyth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Cardiff to Aberystwyth run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:57, the last at 19:38. The fastest coach covers the 121 km distance in 7h 25m.
Distance 121 km |
Average bus duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 25m |
First bus 4:57 |
Last bus 19:38 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Mid Wales Travel from Cardiff to AberystwythYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Aberystwyth with National Express, Mid Wales Travel for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Cardiff to Aberystwyth: Journey Details
Buses from Cardiff to Aberystwyth are operated seven days a week by both National Express Coach Services and MegaBus. Each operator has one departure a day. Megabus leaves at just before 9:30 p.m., with a direct journey time of 3.5 hours. The National Express departure is just after 12:30 p.m. and takes 7.5 hours. A change of bus is necessary at Birmingham Coach Station.
Return journeys on buses from Aberystwyth to Cardiff are also available.
Taking the Bus from Cardiff
The main departure point for buses from Cardiff to Aberystwyth is Cardiff Central Bus Station, which is the largest in Wales and is conveniently located next to the railway station and within walking distance of the city centre. Several local buses arrive at the station from departure points in the city centre, the university, nearby towns, such as Newport and other places in the Vale of Glamorgan and South-East Wales. There are taxi ranks at the station.
Getting into Aberystwyth by Bus
Aberystwyth is a small and pretty university town sitting on the coastline of Ceredigion, or Cardigan, Bay. It is compact and easy to explore on foot, with pleasant promenade walks from where the bay's beautiful sunsets can be enjoyed over an evening drink. The impressive castle ruins overlook the town and are pleasant to explore, while the summit of Constitution Hill can be reached by a funicular railway.
Buses from Cardiff to Aberystwyth arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station, close to the town centre. There are local bus routes, operated by Arriva, to shops and other services in the centre, the two university campuses and surrounding villages. There are taxis available at the station.
FAQs: Cardiff to Aberystwyth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Aberystwyth by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Aberystwyth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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