What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street?

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Cardiff Queen Street?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare station to Cardiff Queen Street. However, there are services departing from Aberdare Bus Station 1 and arriving at Greyfriars Road GF via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Cardiff Queen Street?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aberdare and arriving at Cardiff Queen Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street?

The distance between Aberdare and Cardiff Queen Street is 24 miles. The road distance is 24.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £8 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street?

The train from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street bus from?

Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Aberdare Bus Station 1.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £8 - £13. Alternatively, you can line 61 bus and line 132 bus, which costs £9 - £16 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street bus arrive?

Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street train arrive?

Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street is 24 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Queen Street?

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Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 61 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Streettrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 10m
£8–13
Drive 24 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Streetcar 24 mi
37 min
£6–9
Line 61 bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station 1 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2bus 61 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GFbus 132 / ...
2h 4m
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Streettaxi 24 mi
37 min
£100–130

Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street by train

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Distance: 23.5 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Aberdare, Wales and Cardiff Queen Street, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Street hourly. Tickets cost £8–13 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberdare Bus Station 1 to Cardiff Queen Street via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 and Greyfriars Road GF in around 2h 4m.

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