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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Aberdare is to train and line 600 bus and bus and line 61 bus which costs £23 - £50 and takes 6h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Aberdare is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Aberdare via Reading and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Aberdare?

The distance between Basingstoke and Aberdare is 148 miles. The road distance is 124.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Aberdare without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Basingstoke to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Aberdare train from?

Basingstoke to Aberdare train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Aberdare train arrive?

Basingstoke to Aberdare train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Aberdare is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Basingstoke to Aberdare.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdare?

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Basingstoke to Aberdare - 4 ways to travel via train, line 600 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke to Aberdare by train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to AberdareMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
3h 35m
£56–121
Train, line 600 bus, bus, line 61 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Reading
2. Take the bus from Station Road to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride600 / ...
3. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Kingsway GD
4. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5X4
5. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2 to Aberdare Bus Station61 / ...
6h 23m
£23–48
Drive 123.6 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Aberdare123.6 mi
2h 29m
£31–45
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdare
5h 1m
£56–84

Basingstoke to Aberdare by train

191Weekly Trains

3h 35mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Aberdare via Reading and Cardiff Central in around 3h 35m.

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