What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Aberavon?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Aberavon is to bus via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 which costs £6 and takes 2h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Aberavon?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Aberavon is to train which takes 30 min and costs £12 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Aberavon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station 9 station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Aberavon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Aberavon?

The distance between Cardiff and Aberavon is 32 miles. The road distance is 34 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Aberavon without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberavon without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £12 - £26.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Aberavon?

The train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkway takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aberavon bus from?

Cardiff to Aberavon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aberavon train from?

Cardiff to Aberavon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Aberavon?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberavon is to train which takes 30 min and costs £12 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £16 and takes 55 min.

Where does the Cardiff to Aberavon bus arrive?

Cardiff to Aberavon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Port Talbot Bus Station 9.

Where does the Cardiff to Aberavon train arrive?

Cardiff to Aberavon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Port Talbot Parkway station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Aberavon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Aberavon is 34 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Cardiff to Aberavon.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Aberavon?

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Cardiff to Aberavon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Aberavon by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
30 min
£12–26
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Port Talbot Bus Station 9bus 201 / ...
55 min
£3–16
Drive 33.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Aberavoncar 33.8 mi
39 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Aberavontaxi 33.8 mi
39 min
£150–180
Bus via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5bus X2
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 to Neath Port Talbot Hospitalbus X1
2h 22m
£6

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Distance: 32.2 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Aberavon, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkway hourly. Tickets cost £14–26 and the journey takes 30 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Port Talbot Bus Station 9 hourly. Tickets cost £6–16 and the journey takes 55 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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