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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Manchester is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Gadlys Terrace and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Merthyr Bus Station 8, Kingsway GR and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Aberdare and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Manchester?

The distance between Aberdare and Manchester is 193 miles. The road distance is 160.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdare to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Aberdare to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Manchester bus from?

Aberdare to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Manchester train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Aberdare to Manchester?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Manchester is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h, you could also fly, which costs £45 - £190 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Aberdare to Manchester bus arrive?

Aberdare to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Aberdare to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdare to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Manchester is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Aberdare to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Cardiff Centraltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 6m
£74–135
Drive 160 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberdare to Manchestercar 160 mi
3h 43m
£39–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 2bus 76
2. Take the train from Abergavenny to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 37m
£67–112
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
8h
£49–103
Fly
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane CWL - MAN
6h 56m
£48–182

Aberdare to Manchester by train

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Distance: 191.4 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Aberdare, Wales and Manchester, England?

You can take a train from Aberdare to Manchester Piccadilly via Cardiff Central in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Station once a week. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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