New operator and Sunday Service boost for TrawsCymru T5 route
Ceredigion-based company Richards Bros has been awarded the contract to run the T5 route, which connects Aberystwyth and Haverfordwest via key coastal communities including New Quay, Aberaeron, Cardigan, Fishguard and St Davids. The service is a vital link for both residents and visitors travelling across Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire.
The first phase of improvements begins Sunday 20 July, with the introduction of a year-round Sunday service — a move welcomed by local communities who have long called for better weekend transport options. A revised Sunday timetable for the T1 route will also be introduced on the same day.
Further upgrades are planned for Sunday 31 August, including:
- Hourly service Monday to Saturday for improved frequency
- Later evening journeys to support travel for work, education and leisure
- New distance-based fares for fairer pricing
- A new Aberystwyth–Aberaeron Day Ticket allowing unlimited travel on both the T1 and T5
Looking ahead, passengers can expect brand-new vehicles on the T5 route from March 2026, designed to enhance comfort, accessibility and environmental performance.
Lee Robinson, Executive Director for Regional Transport at Transport for Wales, said the changes reflect a commitment to building a “modern, reliable and accessible public transport network” across West Wales.
Simon Richards, Director of Richards Bros, added: “We’re proud to deliver a high-quality, dependable service that makes a real difference to the communities we serve.”
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