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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Aberdare is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Aberdare is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Aberdare via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Manchester to Aberdare?

The distance between Manchester and Aberdare is 193 miles. The road distance is 161 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Aberdare without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Manchester to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Aberdare train from?

Manchester to Aberdare train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or fly from Manchester to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Manchester to Aberdare is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £190 and takes 7h 53m.

Where does the Manchester to Aberdare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Aberdare is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Manchester to Aberdare.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdare?

There are 543+ hotels available in Aberdare.

Manchester to Aberdare - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Aberdare by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to AberdareMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
4h 39m
£52–98
Drive 160.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Aberdare160.1 mi
3h 41m
£39–57
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)MAN - CWL
7h 53m
£69–189
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdare
5h 42m
£40–157

Manchester to Aberdare by train

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4h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191.5 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Aberdare via Cardiff Central in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, Ryanair, KLM, and two other airlines fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) 3 times a day.

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