The average train between Cardiff and Aberdare takes 1h 3m and the fastest train takes 1h 1m. There is an hourly train service from Cardiff to Aberdare. 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 Cardiff and Aberdare. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Aberdare at 11:44 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Aberdare station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.
Cardiff to Aberdare train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Aberdare train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Aberdare station.
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The distance between Cardiff and Aberdare is 32 km. The road distance is 37 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Aberdare hourly. Tickets cost £8–15 and the journey takes 1h 3m.
