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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Cardiff Bay (Water)?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Gadlys Terrace and arriving at Prospect Place via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and Kingsway GR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Cardiff Bay (Water)?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Aberdare and arriving at Cardiff Bay via Radyr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The distance between Aberdare and Cardiff Bay (Water) is 24 miles. The road distance is 28.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs £9 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 1h 13m to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water), including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs £9 - £17. Alternatively, you can line 9 bus and bus, which costs £13 - £19 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water) train arrive?

Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Radyr station.

Can I drive from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water) is 29 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water).

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay (Water)?

There are 1719+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay (Water).

Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water) - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 9 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water) by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Radyrtrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the train from Radyr to Cardiff Baytrain Pontypridd - Cardiff Bay / ...
1h 13m
£9–16
Drive 28.6 mi
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1. Drive from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water)car 28.6 mi
51 min
£7–11
Line 9 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Gadlys Terrace to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1bus 172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
3. Take the bus from Kingsway GR to Prospect Placebus 9
2h 56m
£14–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water)taxi 28.6 mi
51 min
£60–75

Aberdare to Cardiff Bay (Water) by train

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Distance: 23.5 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

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

You can take a train from Aberdare to Cardiff Bay via Radyr in around 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gadlys Terrace to Prospect Place via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Greyfriars Road GJ, and Kingsway GR in around 2h 56m.

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