What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Portmeirion?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Portmeirion is to bus via Newtown which costs £19 - £27 and takes 8h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdare to Portmeirion?

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Portmeirion is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Portmeirion?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare to Portmeirion. However, there are services departing from Gadlys Terrace and arriving at Minffordd via Merthyr Bus Station 2, Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Portmeirion?

The distance between Aberdare and Portmeirion is 229 miles. The road distance is 123.9 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdare to Portmeirion without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Portmeirion without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 53m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Aberdare to Portmeirion?

It takes approximately 7h 53m to get from Aberdare to Portmeirion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Portmeirion bus from?

Aberdare to Portmeirion bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Merthyr Bus Station 2.

Where does the Aberdare to Portmeirion bus arrive?

Aberdare to Portmeirion bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Can I drive from Aberdare to Portmeirion?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Portmeirion is 124 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Aberdare to Portmeirion.

Where can I stay near Portmeirion?

There are 1600+ hotels available in Portmeirion.

Aberdare to Portmeirion - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberdare to Portmeirion by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Minfforddbus T2
7h 53m
£68–114
Bus via Newtown
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Minfforddbus T2
8h 24m
£20–26
Drive 123.2 mi
1. Drive from Aberdare to Portmeirioncar 123.2 mi
3h 3m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Square to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7bus 172
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Minfforddbus T2
9h 34m

Aberdare to Portmeirion by train and bus

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7h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 227.5 mi
Duration: 7h 53m

What companies run services between Aberdare, Wales and Portmeirion, Wales?

You can take a bus from Gadlys Terrace to Minffordd via Merthyr Bus Station 2, Newtown Bus Station, and Bus Depot in around 8h 24m.

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