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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Aberystwyth travel guide

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You're Going to Love Aberystwyth

With a population of 18 392, Aberystwyth is a must-see destination in Wales, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Aberystwyth to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Aberystwyth

Aberystwyth in January
Estimated hotel price
£60
1 night at 3-star hotel
Aberystwyth in January
Estimated hotel price
£60
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Aberystwyth in July, when the average temperature is 15 °C, and the highest can go up to 19 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 2 °C, with an average temperature of 4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 113 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Aberystwyth, with an average rainfall of 61 mm.

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How to Get to Aberystwyth

Plane

Although Aberystwyth doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 131 km from Aberystwyth. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Aberystwyth departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Aberystwyth is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 289 km from Aberystwyth. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Aberystwyth doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 131 km from Aberystwyth. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Aberystwyth departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Aberystwyth is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 289 km from Aberystwyth. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Aberystwyth

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Aberystwyth

Lufthansa
Good (8,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,029 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,395 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,230 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,598 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,785 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (924 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,578 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,812 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,146 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,405 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,450 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,363 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,273 reviews)
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Where to stay in Aberystwyth

Average rates range from around £122 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £156 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Aberystwyth

Most booked hotels in Aberystwyth

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Starling Cloud
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£94+
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Llwynygog Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£56+
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Gwesty'r Marine Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£111+
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Cardigan Bay Guest House
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
£52+
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Four Seasons Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
£98+
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Queensbridge Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
£84+
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Hiring a car in Aberystwyth

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Aberystwyth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.07 and £25.43.

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Aberystwyth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.07 and £25.43.

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