What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union is to train which costs £5 - £10 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union?

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Cardiff University Students' Union?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union. However, there are services departing from Little Theatre and arriving at College Road RK via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Cardiff University Students' Union?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aberdare and arriving at Cathays. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union?

The distance between Aberdare and Cardiff University Students' Union is 24 miles. The road distance is 23.2 miles.

How long does it take to get from Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union?

The train from Aberdare to Cathays takes 1h 14m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union bus from?

Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Little Theatre station.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union train from?

Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberdare station.

Train or bus from Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can line 9 bus and bus, which costs £11 - £17 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union bus arrive?

Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1.

Where does the Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union train arrive?

Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cathays station.

Can I drive from Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union is 23 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union?

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Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union

There are 4 ways to get from Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Aberdare to CathaysAberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 15m
£5–10
Line 9 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Little Theatre to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to College Road RKX4
2h 26m
£12–16
Drive 23.1 mi
1. Drive from Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union23.1 mi
35 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union23.1 mi
35 min
£50–65

Aberdare to Cardiff University Students' Union by train and foot

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Distance: 24.3 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Aberdare, Wales and Cardiff University Students' Union, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Aberdare to Cathays hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Little Theatre to Cardiff University Students' Union via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and College Road RK in around 2h 26m.

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