The average train between Aberdare and Essex takes 5h 36m and the fastest train takes 4h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Aberdare to Essex. 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 hourly between Aberdare and Essex. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdare is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Essex at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 5h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Aberdare to Essex? 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 Essex. However, there are services departing from Aberdare station and arriving at Essex station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.
Aberdare to Essex train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberdare station.
Aberdare to Essex train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Aberdare to Essex train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Aberdare and Essex is 277.7 km. The road distance is 343 km.
You can take a train from Aberdare to White Notley via Cardiff Central, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 5h 27m.