What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Bargoed?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Bargoed is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdare to Bargoed?

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Bargoed is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Bargoed?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare station to Bargoed. However, there are services departing from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 1 and arriving at Royal Square via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Bargoed?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Bargoed. However, there are services departing from Aberdare and arriving at Bargoed via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Bargoed?

The distance between Aberdare and Bargoed is 23 miles. The road distance is 14.5 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdare to Bargoed without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Bargoed without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 46m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Aberdare to Bargoed?

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Aberdare to Bargoed, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Bargoed bus from?

Aberdare to Bargoed bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 1.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Bargoed train from?

Aberdare to Bargoed train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberdare station.

Train or bus from Aberdare to Bargoed?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Bargoed is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £10 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 61 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Aberdare to Bargoed bus arrive?

Aberdare to Bargoed bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Aberdare to Bargoed train arrive?

Aberdare to Bargoed train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Aberdare to Bargoed?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Bargoed is 15 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Aberdare to Bargoed.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdare to Bargoed?

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Where can I stay near Bargoed?

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Aberdare to Bargoed - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Aberdare to Bargoed by train, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Aberdare to PontypriddAberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6 to Royal SquareX38
1h 46m
Drive 14.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberdare to Bargoed14.5 mi
27 min
£4–6
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Cardiff CentralAberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to BargoedBridgend - Rhymney / ...
1h 58m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Bargoed14.5 mi
27 min
£30–40
Line 61 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 1 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 261 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6 to Royal SquareX38
2h 3m
Line 9 bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Little Theatre to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 to Hanbury Square53 / ...
2h 17m
£11–15

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 22.7 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Aberdare, Wales and Bargoed, Wales?

You can take a train from Aberdare to Bargoed via Cardiff Central in around 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 1 to Royal Square via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6 in around 2h 3m.

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