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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Aberdare is to bus via Merthyr Bus Station 13 which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Aberdare is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Aberdare via Farringdon Without, London Paddington and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Luton to Aberdare?

The distance between Luton and Aberdare is 203 miles. The road distance is 155 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Aberdare without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Luton to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Aberdare bus from?

Luton to Aberdare bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Luton to Aberdare train from?

Luton to Aberdare train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Luton to Aberdare is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Luton to Aberdare bus arrive?

Luton to Aberdare bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Luton to Aberdare train arrive?

Luton to Aberdare train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Luton to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Aberdare is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Luton to Aberdare.

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

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Luton to Aberdare - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luton to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain
4h 42m
£90–150
Bus via Merthyr Bus Station 13
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk998 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff - North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
8h 10m
£32–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
7h 21m
£36–67
Drive 154.1 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Aberdarecar 154.1 mi
3h 22m
£39–56

Luton to Aberdare by train

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Distance: 201.8 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Aberdare via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Aberdare via Heathrow Terminal 5, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5, and Cardiff Central in around 7h 21m.

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