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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Grangetown to Aberdare is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Grangetown and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Grangetown 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 31m.

Is there a direct train between Grangetown 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 Grangetown to Aberdare?

The distance between Grangetown and Aberdare is 23 miles. The road distance is 24.6 miles.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Grangetown to Aberdare bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Grangetown to Aberdare train from?

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

Train or bus from Grangetown to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Grangetown 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 31m.

Where does the Grangetown to Aberdare bus arrive?

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

Where does the Grangetown to Aberdare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Grangetown to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Grangetown to Aberdare is 25 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Grangetown to Aberdare.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Grangetown 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 31m
£8–13
Drive 24.4 mi
1. Drive from Grangetown to Aberdare24.4 mi
39 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grangetown to Aberdare24.4 mi
39 min
£55–65

Grangetown to Aberdare by train

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Distance: 22.8 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Grangetown, 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 31m.

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