The average train between Inverness and Aberdare takes 15h 3m and the fastest train takes 11h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Inverness 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 4 times a day between Inverness and Aberdare. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Inverness is at 6:53 PM which arrives into Aberdare at 6:47 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 15h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Inverness 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 Inverness to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Inverness station and arriving at Aberdare station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 3m.
Inverness to Aberdare train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Inverness to Aberdare train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Inverness to Aberdare train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Inverness and Aberdare is 642.9 km. The road distance is 941 km.
You can take a train from Inverness to Aberdare via Haymarket, Crewe, and Cardiff Central in around 12h 3m.