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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Aberdare is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Aberdare is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Aberdare station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Aberdare Bus Station via Bus Station, Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Aberdare via Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Exeter to Aberdare?

The distance between Exeter and Aberdare is 137 miles. The road distance is 120.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Aberdare without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 32m and costs £25 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Exeter to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Aberdare bus from?

Exeter to Aberdare bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Aberdare train from?

Exeter to Aberdare train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Exeter to Aberdare is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 32m and costs £25 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £55 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Exeter to Aberdare bus arrive?

Exeter to Aberdare bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Aberdare train arrive?

Exeter to Aberdare train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Aberdare is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Exeter to Aberdare.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdare?

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Exeter to Aberdare - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 122 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Exeter 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 via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdare
3h 32m
£26–77
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus StationUk049 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
5h 32m
£19–54
Drive 120 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Aberdare120 mi
2h 19m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to AberdareMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
3h 57m
£49–90
Bus, line 122 bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia GardensCp5
2. Take the bus from Talbot Street to Tonypandy Bus Station Stand A6122
6h 10m
£30–60

Exeter to Aberdare by train

207Weekly Trains

3h 32mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 135.9 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Aberdare via Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Central in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Aberdare Bus Station via Bus Station, Kingsway GD, Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2 in around 5h 32m.

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