What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle?

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Caerphilly Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare station to Caerphilly Castle. However, there are services departing from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 1 and arriving at The Piccadilly via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Caerphilly Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle. However, there are services departing from Aberdare and arriving at Caerphilly via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle?

The distance between Aberdare and Caerphilly Castle is 31 miles. The road distance is 17.1 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £12 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle?

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £12 - £22. Alternatively, you can line 61 bus and line 120 bus, which costs £7 - £13 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle is 17 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle?

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Where can I stay near Caerphilly Castle?

There are 1812+ hotels available in Caerphilly Castle.

Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 120 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Cardiff Centraltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Caerphillytrain Penarth - Caerphilly / ...
1h 42m
£12–21
Drive 17 mi
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1. Drive from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castlecar 17 mi
30 min
£5–6
Train, line 120 bus
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Pontypriddtrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station South E5 to The Piccadillybus 120
1h 46m
£7–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castletaxi 17 mi
30 min
£35–45
Train, line 26 bus
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Taffs Welltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the bus from Taffs Well station to The Piccadillybus 26
2h 2m
£9–15
Line 61 bus, line 120 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 7 to The Piccadillybus 120
2h 15m
£8–12

Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 31.2 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Aberdare, Wales and Caerphilly Castle, Wales?

You can take a train from Aberdare to Caerphilly Castle via Cardiff Central and Caerphilly in around 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 1 to Caerphilly Castle via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 7 and The Piccadilly in around 2h 15m.

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