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

The cheapest way to get from Neath to Aberfan is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Neath to Aberfan is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Neath and Aberfan?

No, there is no direct bus from Neath station to Aberfan. However, there are services departing from Neath station and arriving at Capel Smyrna via Free Street and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Neath and Aberfan?

No, there is no direct train from Neath to Aberfan. However, there are services departing from Neath and arriving at Merthyr Vale via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Neath to Aberfan?

The distance between Neath and Aberfan is 57 miles. The road distance is 29.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Neath to Aberfan without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £11 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Neath to Aberfan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Neath to Aberfan bus from?

Neath to Aberfan bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, depart from Neath station.

Where do I catch the Neath to Aberfan train from?

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

Train or bus from Neath to Aberfan?

The best way to get from Neath to Aberfan is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £11 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 58m.

Where does the Neath to Aberfan bus arrive?

Neath to Aberfan bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, arrive at Bulwark station.

Where does the Neath to Aberfan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Neath to Aberfan?

Yes, the driving distance between Neath to Aberfan is 29 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Neath to Aberfan.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberfan?

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Neath to Aberfan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and line 8 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Neath to Aberfan by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Neath to Cardiff CentralMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr ValeAberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 54m
£12–20
Drive 29.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Neath to Aberfan29.3 mi
35 min
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Neath station to BulwarkT6
2. Take the bus from Free Street to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
2h 58m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Neath to Aberfan29.3 mi
35 min
£60–75
Bus, line 8 bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from Neath Bus Station Stand 9 to Pontwalby BridgeX7
2. Take the bus from Pontwalby Bridge to Aberdare Bus Station8
3. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 11 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 19 / ...
3h 57m

Neath to Aberfan by train

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Distance: 57 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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

You can take a train from Neath to Merthyr Vale via Cardiff Central in around 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Neath station to Capel Smyrna via Bulwark, Free Street, and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 12 in around 2h 58m.

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