The average train between Exeter and Aberdare takes 3h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter 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 Exeter and Aberdare. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Aberdare at 7:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 3h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Aberdare? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Aberdare station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.
Exeter to Aberdare train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Aberdare train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Aberdare station.
Book your Exeter to Aberdare train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Exeter and Aberdare is 110.3 km. The road distance is 221 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Aberdare via Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central in around 3h 46m.