What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay?

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Cardiff Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay. However, there are services departing from Gadlys Terrace and arriving at Millennium Centre via Merthyr Bus Station 8, Kingsway GR and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Cardiff Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay. However, there are services departing from Aberdare and arriving at Cardiff Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay?

The distance between Aberdare and Cardiff Bay is 24 miles. The road distance is 25.7 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £8 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay?

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Cardiff Bay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Cardiff Bay train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £8 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 9 bus and bus, which costs £14 - £22 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Aberdare to Cardiff Bay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberdare to Cardiff Bay train arrive?

Aberdare to Cardiff Bay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Pontypridd station.

Can I drive from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Cardiff Bay is 26 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay?

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Aberdare to Cardiff Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, line 9 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay by train, bus, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Cardiff Centraltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 14m
£9–15
Drive 25.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberdare to Cardiff Baycar 25.6 mi
40 min
£7–10
Line 9 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Gadlys Terrace to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus 172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
2h 41m
£15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Cardiff Baytaxi 25.6 mi
40 min
£110–140
Train via Pontypridd
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Pontypriddtrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the train from Pontypridd to Cardiff Baytrain Treherbert - Cardiff Bay / ...
1h 25m
£8–13

Aberdare to Cardiff Bay by train and bus

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1h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 24.1 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Aberdare, Wales and Cardiff Bay, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Aberdare to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gadlys Terrace to Millennium Centre via Merthyr Bus Station 8, Greyfriars Road GJ, Kingsway GR, Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 12, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 in around 2h 41m.

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