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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Abercarn is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Abercarn is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Abercarn?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare station to Abercarn. However, there are services departing from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 1 and arriving at Quarry via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6 and Blackwood Bus Station Stand 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Abercarn?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Abercarn. However, there are services departing from Aberdare and arriving at Newbridge via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Abercarn?

The distance between Aberdare and Abercarn is 43 miles. The road distance is 17.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdare to Abercarn without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £17 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Aberdare to Abercarn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Abercarn bus from?

Aberdare to Abercarn bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 1.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Abercarn train from?

Aberdare to Abercarn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberdare station.

Train or bus from Aberdare to Abercarn?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Abercarn is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £17 - £30. Alternatively, you can line 61 bus and line 7 bus, which costs and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Aberdare to Abercarn bus arrive?

Aberdare to Abercarn bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Aberdare to Abercarn train arrive?

Aberdare to Abercarn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Aberdare to Abercarn?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Abercarn is 18 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Aberdare to Abercarn.

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

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Where can I stay near Abercarn?

There are 1925+ hotels available in Abercarn.

Aberdare to Abercarn - 4 ways to travel via train, line 61 bus, and line 7 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberdare to Abercarn by train, bus, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Cardiff Centraltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newbridgetrain Maesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
2h 18m
£17–30
Drive 17.7 mi
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1. Drive from Aberdare to Abercarncar 17.7 mi
28 min
£5–7
Line 61 bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 1 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2bus 61 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6 to Blackwood Bus Station Stand 5bus 7
2h 53m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Abercarntaxi 17.7 mi
28 min
£35–50

Aberdare to Abercarn by train

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Distance: 43 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Aberdare, Wales and Abercarn, Wales?

You can take a train from Aberdare to Newbridge via Cardiff Central in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 1 to Quarry via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6 and Blackwood Bus Station Stand 6 in around 2h 53m.

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