The average train between Aberdare and Ammanford takes 5h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberdare to Ammanford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Aberdare and Ammanford. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdare is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Ammanford at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 5h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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7h 44m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Aberdare to Ammanford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Ammanford. However, there are services departing from Aberdare station and arriving at Ammanford station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.
Aberdare to Ammanford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberdare station.
Aberdare to Ammanford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Llanelli station.
Book your Aberdare to Ammanford train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Aberdare and Ammanford is 38.1 km. The road distance is 148 km.
You can take a train from Aberdare to Ammanford via Cardiff Central and Llanelli in around 4h 8m.