What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Port Talbot is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdare to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Victoria Square and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway Stand 4 via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Aberdare and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Port Talbot?

The distance between Aberdare and Port Talbot is 55 miles. The road distance is 27.1 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdare to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Port Talbot without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £21 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Aberdare to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Aberdare to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Port Talbot bus from?

Aberdare to Port Talbot bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Victoria Square station.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Port Talbot train from?

Aberdare to Port Talbot train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberdare station.

Train or bus from Aberdare to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Port Talbot is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £14 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Aberdare to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Aberdare to Port Talbot bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6.

Where does the Aberdare to Port Talbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdare to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Port Talbot is 27 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Aberdare to Port Talbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdare to Port Talbot?

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Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

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Aberdare to Port Talbot - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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best
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Cardiff Centraltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Swansea / ...
1h 58m
£21–42
Drive 26.9 mi
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1. Drive from Aberdare to Port Talbotcar 26.9 mi
31 min
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Square to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6bus 172
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 to Port Talbot Parkway Stand 4bus X1
2h 39m
£11–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Port Talbottaxi 26.9 mi
31 min
£55–70

Aberdare to Port Talbot by train

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Distance: 55 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Aberdare, Wales and Port Talbot, Wales?

You can take a train from Aberdare to Port Talbot Parkway via Cardiff Central in around 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Square to Port Talbot Parkway Stand 4 via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 in around 2h 39m.

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