Introduction
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
$136
1 night at 3-star hotel
Aberystwyth in January
Estimated hotel price
$136
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. The shortest flight to Aberystwyth from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 26h 30m.

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 GREEN MOTION and U-Save, 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. The shortest flight to Aberystwyth from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 26h 30m.

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 GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Aberystwyth

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Aberystwyth

Lufthansa
Good (8,023 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,519 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,995 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,445 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,394 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,955 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,222 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,590 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (921 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,752 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,575 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,784 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,194 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,077 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,399 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,257 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,342 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,442 reviews)
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Where to stay in Aberystwyth

Average rates range from around $226 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $374 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Aberystwyth

Most booked hotels in Aberystwyth

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The Glengower
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$323+
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Penrhos Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$188+
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Llwynygog Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$128+
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Gwesty'r Marine Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$231+
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Four Seasons Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
$226+
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Hiring a car in Aberystwyth

Expect to pay $3.63 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 $43.48 and $57.97.

Expect to pay $3.63 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 $43.48 and $57.97.