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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Mumbles is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Mumbles is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Mumbles?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare to Mumbles. However, there are services departing from Little Theatre and arriving at Newton Road via Pontwalby Bridge and Swansea Bus Station Stand W. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Mumbles?

The distance between Aberdare and Mumbles is 74 miles. The road distance is 32.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdare to Mumbles without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £12 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Aberdare to Mumbles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Mumbles bus from?

Aberdare to Mumbles bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Little Theatre station.

Train or bus from Aberdare to Mumbles?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Mumbles is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £12 - £26. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Aberdare to Mumbles bus arrive?

Aberdare to Mumbles bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontwalby Bridge station.

Can I drive from Aberdare to Mumbles?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Mumbles is 33 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Aberdare to Mumbles.

Where can I stay near Mumbles?

There are 1123+ hotels available in Mumbles.

Aberdare to Mumbles - 4 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Cardiff CentralAberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SwanseaLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 42m
£13–26
Drive 32.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberdare to Mumbles32.4 mi
43 min
£8–12
Line 8 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Little Theatre to Pontwalby Bridge8
2. Take the bus from Pontwalby Bridge to Swansea Bus Station Stand EX7
2h 59m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Mumbles32.4 mi
43 min
£75–95

Aberdare to Mumbles by train and bus

216Weekly Services

2h 42mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 73.6 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

You can take a train from Aberdare to Newton Road via Cardiff Central, Swansea, Swansea station, Swansea Bus Station Stand M, and Swansea Bus Station Stand W in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Little Theatre to Newton Road via Pontwalby Bridge, Swansea Bus Station Stand E, and Swansea Bus Station Stand W in around 2h 59m.

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