What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Castell Coch?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Castell Coch is to train which costs £4 - £6 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdare to Castell Coch?

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Castell Coch is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Castell Coch?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare station to Castell Coch. However, there are services departing from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 1 and arriving at Ynys Bridge East via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Castell Coch?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aberdare and arriving at Taffs Well. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Aberdare to Castell Coch?

The distance between Aberdare and Castell Coch is 17 miles. The road distance is 18.9 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdare to Castell Coch without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Castell Coch without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs £4 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Aberdare to Castell Coch?

The train from Aberdare to Taffs Well takes 37 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Castell Coch bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Castell Coch train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdare to Castell Coch?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Castell Coch is to train which takes 50 min and costs £4 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 61 bus and line 132 bus, which costs £8 - £14 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Aberdare to Castell Coch bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberdare to Castell Coch train arrive?

Aberdare to Castell Coch train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Taffs Well station.

Can I drive from Aberdare to Castell Coch?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Castell Coch is 19 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Aberdare to Castell Coch.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdare to Castell Coch?

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Where can I stay near Castell Coch?

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Aberdare to Castell Coch - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 61 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Aberdare to Castell Coch by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Taffs Welltrain Aberdare - Cardiff Central / ...
50 min
£4–6
Line 61 bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 1 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2bus 61 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 to Ynys Bridge Eastbus 132
1h 34m
£9–13
Drive 18.8 mi
1. Drive from Aberdare to Castell Cochcar 18.8 mi
27 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Castell Cochtaxi 18.8 mi
27 min
£40–55

Aberdare to Castell Coch by train and foot

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Distance: 17 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Aberdare, Wales and Castell Coch, Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Aberdare to Taffs Well hourly. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 1 to Castell Coch via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 and Ynys Bridge East in around 1h 34m.

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