The average train between Sheffield and Aberdare takes 5h 18m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Sheffield 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 2 hours between Sheffield and Aberdare. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 8:56 PM which arrives into Aberdare at 7:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 5h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Aberdare station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.
Sheffield to Aberdare train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Aberdare train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Aberdare station.
Book your Sheffield to Aberdare train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Sheffield and Aberdare is 228.9 km. The road distance is 349 km.
You can take a train from Sheffield to Aberdare via Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central in around 4h 56m.