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

The cheapest way to get from Caerphilly to Aberdare is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Caerphilly to Aberdare is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Caerphilly and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Caerphilly to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from South Gate Square and arriving at Depot Road via Tonypandy Bus Station Stand A1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Caerphilly and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Caerphilly to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Caerphilly and arriving at Aberdare via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Caerphilly to Aberdare?

The distance between Caerphilly and Aberdare is 21 miles. The road distance is 16.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caerphilly to Aberdare without a car is to line 26 bus and train which takes 1h 23m and costs £8 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Caerphilly to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caerphilly to Aberdare bus from?

Caerphilly to Aberdare bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from South Gate Square station.

Where do I catch the Caerphilly to Aberdare train from?

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

Train or bus from Caerphilly to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Caerphilly to Aberdare is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs £12 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus and line 172 bus, which costs £11 - £16 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Caerphilly to Aberdare bus arrive?

Caerphilly to Aberdare bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Tonypandy Bus Station Stand A2.

Where does the Caerphilly to Aberdare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caerphilly to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Caerphilly to Aberdare is 17 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Caerphilly to Aberdare.

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

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Caerphilly to Aberdare - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 26 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Caerphilly to Aberdare by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 26 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Wesley Methodist Chapel to Taffs Well stationbus 26
2. Take the train from Taffs Well to Aberdaretrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
1h 23m
£9–15
Drive 16.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Caerphilly to Aberdarecar 16.7 mi
29 min
£5–6
Line 120 bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Gate Square to Sardis House D3bus 120
2. Take the train from Pontypridd to Aberdaretrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
1h 29m
£10–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Caerphilly to Aberdaretaxi 16.7 mi
29 min
£35–45
Train
1. Take the train from Caerphilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Caerphilly - Penarth / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
1h 46m
£12–21
Bus, line 172 bus
1. Take the bus from South Gate Square to Tonypandy Bus Station Stand A2bus 120
2. Take the bus from Tonypandy Bus Station Stand A1 to Depot Roadbus 172
2h 32m
£11–16

Caerphilly to Aberdare by bus and train

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1h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 20.7 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

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

You can take a train from Caerphilly to Aberdare via Cardiff Central in around 1h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Gate Square to Depot Road via Tonypandy Bus Station Stand A1 in around 2h 32m.

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