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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Aberfan is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Aberfan is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs £22 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Aberfan?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare to Aberfan. However, there are services departing from Little Theatre and arriving at Capel Smyrna via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Aberfan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aberdare and arriving at Merthyr Vale. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Aberfan?

The distance between Aberdare and Aberfan is 18 miles. The road distance is 9.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdare to Aberfan without a car is to line 9 bus and line 81 bus which takes 1h 24m and costs £6 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Aberdare to Aberfan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Aberfan bus from?

Aberdare to Aberfan bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Little Theatre station.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Aberfan train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdare to Aberfan?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Aberfan is to line 9 bus and line 81 bus which takes 1h 24m and costs £6 - £11. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £29 and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Aberdare to Aberfan bus arrive?

Aberdare to Aberfan bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1.

Where does the Aberdare to Aberfan train arrive?

Aberdare to Aberfan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Merthyr Vale station.

Can I drive from Aberdare to Aberfan?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Aberfan is 9 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Aberdare to Aberfan.

Where can I stay near Aberfan?

There are 634+ hotels available in Aberfan.

Aberdare to Aberfan - 4 ways to travel via train, line 9 bus, and line 81 bus

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

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Line 9 bus, line 81 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Little Theatre to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1bus 172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 12 to Capel Smyrnabus 81
1h 24m
£7–10
Drive 9.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberdare to Aberfancar 9.2 mi
29 min
£3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Merthyr Valetrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil
1h 58m
£17–29
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Aberfantaxi 9.2 mi
29 min
£22–27

Aberdare to Aberfan by bus

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Distance: 18.2 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Little Theatre to Capel Smyrna via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 12 in around 1h 24m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Aberdare to Merthyr Vale hourly. Tickets cost £17–29 and the journey takes 1h 58m.

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