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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Aberdare is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Aberdare is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Aberdare via Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Aberdare?

The distance between Sheffield and Aberdare is 218 miles. The road distance is 182.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Aberdare without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £100 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Sheffield to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Aberdare train from?

Sheffield to Aberdare train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.

Where does the Sheffield to Aberdare train arrive?

Sheffield to Aberdare train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Aberdare is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Sheffield to Aberdare.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdare?

There are 173+ hotels available in Aberdare.

Sheffield to Aberdare - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Sheffield to Aberdare by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain
4h 48m
£107–160
Drive 181.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sheffield to Aberdarecar 181.5 mi
3h 33m
£46–66
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain
5h 15m
£103–150
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain
2. Take the train from Stockport to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain
6h
£81–152

Sheffield to Aberdare by train

104Weekly Trains

4h 48mAverage Duration

£107Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sheffield to Aberdare.

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Distance: 216.9 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Aberdare via Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central in around 4h 48m.

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