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

The cheapest way to get from Neath to Aberdare is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Neath to Aberdare is to drive which takes 24 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Neath and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Neath station to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Neath Bus Station 9 and arriving at Gadlys Terrace via Co-op. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Neath and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Neath to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Neath and arriving at Aberdare via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Neath to Aberdare?

The distance between Neath and Aberdare is 61 miles. The road distance is 20.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Neath to Aberdare without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £19 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Neath to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Neath to Aberdare bus from?

Neath to Aberdare bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Neath Bus Station 9.

Where do I catch the Neath to Aberdare train from?

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

Train or bus from Neath to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Neath to Aberdare is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £19 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 8 bus, which costs £8 - £10 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Neath to Aberdare bus arrive?

Neath to Aberdare bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Co-op station.

Where does the Neath to Aberdare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Neath to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Neath to Aberdare is 21 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Neath to Aberdare.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdare?

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Neath to Aberdare - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 8 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Neath to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2h 22m
£20–41
Drive 20.7 mi
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1. Drive from Neath to Aberdarecar 20.7 mi
24 min
£6–8
Bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Neath Bus Station 9 to Co-opbus X7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Co-op to Gadlys Terracebus 8
2h 31m
£8–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Neath to Aberdaretaxi 20.7 mi
24 min
£90–120

Neath to Aberdare by train

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Distance: 60.6 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Neath, Wales and Aberdare, Wales?

You can take a train from Neath to Aberdare via Cardiff Central in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Neath Bus Station 9 to Gadlys Terrace via Co-op in around 2h 31m.

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