The average train between Bradford and Aberdare takes 7h 11m and the fastest train takes 5h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Bradford to Aberdare. 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 every 2 hours between Bradford and Aberdare. The earliest departure is at 12:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Bradford is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Aberdare at 11:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 7h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 15m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bradford to Aberdare? 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 Bradford to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Aberdare station via Bristol Parkway station and Cardiff Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.
Bradford to Aberdare train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.
Bradford to Aberdare train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Aberdare station.
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The distance between Bradford and Aberdare is 257.9 km. The road distance is 322 km.
You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Aberdare via Leeds, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 6h 40m.