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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 among the most popular tourist destinations 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 82 miles 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 180 miles 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 82 miles 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 180 miles 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 (8,086 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,064 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,421 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,407 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,971 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,245 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,613 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,874 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (938 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,593 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,846 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,241 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,202 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,414 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,455 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (413 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,388 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,293 reviews)
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Where to stay in Aberystwyth

Average rates range from around £120 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £157 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)
£79+
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Gwesty Guest House
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£66+
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Llwynygog Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£56+
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Cardigan Bay Guest House
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
£59+
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Four Seasons Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
£84+
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Queensbridge Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
£83+
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Hiring a car in Aberystwyth

Expect to pay £1.60 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 £19.13 and £25.51.

Expect to pay £1.60 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 £19.13 and £25.51.

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