The average train between Aberdare and Abercarn takes 2h 13m and the fastest train takes 1h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Aberdare to Abercarn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Aberdare and Abercarn. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdare is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Abercarn at 6:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Abercarn. However, there are services departing from Aberdare station and arriving at Abercarn station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.
Aberdare to Abercarn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberdare station.
Aberdare to Abercarn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newbridge station.
Book your Aberdare to Abercarn train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Aberdare and Abercarn is 22.8 km. The road distance is 69 km.
You can take a train from Aberdare to Newbridge via Cardiff Central in around 2h 19m.