What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare is to bus which costs £19 - £40 and takes 6h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare station. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Aberdare Bus Station via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Aberdare is 158 miles. The road distance is 148.8 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare without a car is to bus and train via Reading which takes 4h 4m and costs £75 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare?

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare.

Where can I stay near Aberdare?

There are 556+ hotels available in Aberdare.

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train via Reading
best
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirRa1
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdare
4h 4m
£75–140
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to AberdareMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
4h 53m
£19–49
Drive 148 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare148 mi
2h 43m
£37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDUk940
6h 9m
£20–39

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aberdare by bus and train

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4h 4mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.5 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and Aberdare, Wales?

FlixBus operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GD every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £11–25 and the journey takes 4h.

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