Introduction
What to do
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
£71
1 night at 3-star hotel
Aberystwyth in January
Estimated hotel price
£71
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.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Aberystwyth, followed by Cross Country. The train journey from Aberystwyth to Bristol takes 2h 59m and costs around £22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £36 for a 3h 10m trip. The train station in Aberystwyth is called Aberystwyth, and is located 0.2 km from the city centre.

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 GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Aberystwyth using National Express or FlixBus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Aberystwyth takes 113 km and will cost you around £9. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £9 for a journey of 137 km. Aberystwyth’s bus station is located 1.2 km from the city centre.

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.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Aberystwyth, followed by Cross Country. The train journey from Aberystwyth to Bristol takes 2h 59m and costs around £22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £36 for a 3h 10m trip. The train station in Aberystwyth is called Aberystwyth, and is located 0.2 km from the city centre.

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 GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Aberystwyth using National Express or FlixBus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Aberystwyth takes 113 km and will cost you around £9. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £9 for a journey of 137 km. Aberystwyth’s bus station is located 1.2 km from the city centre.

Airports near Aberystwyth

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Aberystwyth

KLM
Good (1,442 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,736 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,690 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,085 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,198 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,855 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,094 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,189 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,721 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,524 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,485 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,644 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,658 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,374 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,140 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,351 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,434 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
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Where to stay in Aberystwyth

Average rates range from around £100 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £130 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Aberystwyth

Most booked hotels in Aberystwyth

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Aberystwyth Park Lodge Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£67+
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Starling Cloud
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£46+
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Cardigan Bay Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£42+
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Gwesty'r Marine Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£87+
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Celtic Bay Guest House
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£45+
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The Pier
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
£46+
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Hiring a car in Aberystwyth

Expect to pay £1.34 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 £15.98 and £21.30.

Expect to pay £1.34 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 £15.98 and £21.30.

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