The average train between Aberdare and Bargoed takes 2h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h. There is an hourly train service from Aberdare to Bargoed. 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 Bargoed. 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 Bargoed at 6:38 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Bargoed. However, there are services departing from Aberdare station and arriving at Bargoed station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.
Aberdare to Bargoed train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberdare station.
Aberdare to Bargoed train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bargoed station.
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The distance between Aberdare and Bargoed is 15.4 km. The road distance is 65 km.
You can take a train from Aberdare to Bargoed via Cardiff Central in around 1h 58m.