Explore Cambrian Coast

Take in the view along the stunning Cambrian Coast with an Explore Cambrian Day ticket.

The Explore Cambrian day ticket gives you unlimited travel for a day on one of Britain's most celebrated railway routes, running the full length of the Cambrian Coast line between Pwllheli, Aberystwyth and Machynlleth. Hop on and off as many times as you like, and the ticket is also valid on all bus operators in the region.

Valid anytime Monday to Friday, and all day Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays on trains from Pwllheli to Aberystwyth and Machynlleth.

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Prices

*Save more with the following Railcards:

• 16-17 Saver Railcard
• 16-25 Railcard
• 26-30 Railcard
• Disabled Persons Railcard
• HM Forces Railcard
• Senior Railcard
• TfW 18 Saver Railcard
• TfW Student Railcard
• Veterans Railcard
• Two Together Railcard (currently not available on our app or website)

Where to buy a Cambrian Coast ticket

Buy Explore Cambrian from our app, website, any of our station ticket offices or from the conductor on the train. You’ll need to have our app to activate the ticket on your phone.

You can also buy them from other UK railway stations with a ticket office, a National Rail Appointed Travel Agent.

What can you see on the Cambrian Coast railway?

The Cambrian Coast railway is one of the most scenic rail routes in Britain. The line hugs the edge of Cardigan Bay for much of its journey, with sweeping views out to sea on one side and the mountains of Eryri rising on the other.

Stop in Porthmadog, where the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways both depart into the mountains. Spend a few hours in Barmouth, a classic seaside town with a long sandy beach and an iconic Victorian railway bridge spanning the Mawddach Estuary. Head south to Aberdyfi, one of the prettiest harbour towns in Wales, or continue to Aberystwyth for its pier, promenade and castle ruins.

The Cambrian line is the kind of route that makes train travel feel like the destination itself. Whether you're planning a full day of exploring or simply want to sit back and take in the view, this ticket gives you the freedom to travel the whole coast at your own pace.

Map

Explore Cambrian Coast

Our bus partners

Here is a list of the bus operators in Wales that will accept the 'Cambrian Coast ticket':

Valid on all bus operators within the region.

Terms and conditions

• Enjoy unlimited travel in the designated geographical area for a day on Transport for Wales services.
• Unlimited travel on Transport for Wales services between and including Machynlleth, Aberystwyth and Pwllheli for one day.
• Valid anytime Monday to Friday, and all day Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays on trains from Pwllheli to Aberystwyth and Machynlleth.
• Valid on Transport for Wales services.
• Buy Explore Cambrian from your local rail station booking office.
• If there are no ticket buying facilities at the station where you are starting your journey, you can also buy Explore Cambrian from a Conductor on board a Transport for Wales service.
• Unused tickets are refundable subject to an administration fee.
• Price valid until 28 February 2027.