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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Blackwood is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Blackwood is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Blackwood?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare to Blackwood. However, there are services departing from Gadlys Terrace and arriving at Twyn Gardens via Merthyr Bus Station 11 and Church Terrace. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Blackwood?

The distance between Aberdare and Blackwood is 31 miles. The road distance is 14.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdare to Blackwood without a car is to train and line 26 bus which takes 2h 8m and costs £10 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Aberdare to Blackwood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Blackwood bus from?

Aberdare to Blackwood bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Gadlys Terrace station.

Where does the Aberdare to Blackwood bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdare to Blackwood?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Blackwood is 15 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Aberdare to Blackwood.

Where can I stay near Blackwood?

There are 1932+ hotels available in Blackwood.

Aberdare to Blackwood - 4 ways to travel via train, line 26 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train, line 26 bus
best
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Taffs Welltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the bus from Taffs Well station to Blackwood Bus Station Stand 9bus 26
2h 8m
£11–18
Drive 14.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberdare to Blackwoodcar 14.5 mi
28 min
£4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Blackwoodtaxi 14.5 mi
28 min
£30–40
Line 9 bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Gadlys Terrace to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus 172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 11 to Church Terracebus 53 / ...
2h 45m
£10–14

Aberdare to Blackwood by train and bus

170Weekly Services

2h 8mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 30.5 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Gadlys Terrace to Twyn Gardens via Merthyr Bus Station 1, Merthyr Bus Station 11, and Church Terrace in around 2h 45m.

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