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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Aberdare is to train which costs £5 - £10 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Aberdare is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Aberdare station. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at Aberdare Bus Station via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Aberdare?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Aberdare. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Aberdare?

The distance between Cardiff and Aberdare is 23 miles. The road distance is 23.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberdare without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £5 - £10.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Aberdare takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aberdare bus from?

Cardiff to Aberdare bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aberdare train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberdare is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus and line 61 bus, which costs £8 - £14 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Cardiff to Aberdare bus arrive?

Cardiff to Aberdare bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5.

Where does the Cardiff to Aberdare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Aberdare is 23 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Cardiff to Aberdare.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdare?

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Cardiff to Aberdare - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 61 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to AberdareMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
1h 3m
£5–10
Bus, line 61 bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5X4
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2 to Aberdare Bus Station61 / ...
1h 30m
£8–13
Drive 23.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Aberdare23.4 mi
35 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Aberdare23.4 mi
35 min
£50–65

Cardiff to Aberdare by train

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Distance: 22.8 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Aberdare hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Aberdare Bus Station via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2 in around 1h 30m.

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