The average train between Holyhead and Aberdare takes 6h 27m and the fastest train takes 5h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead 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 every 4 hours between Holyhead and Aberdare. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 4:29 PM which arrives into Aberdare at 10:46 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Aberdare station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.
Holyhead to Aberdare train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Aberdare train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Holyhead to Aberdare train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Holyhead and Aberdare is 194.7 km. The road distance is 410 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Holyhead to Cardiff Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £85–150 and the journey takes 4h 52m.