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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Swansea is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Swansea is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Gadlys Terrace and arriving at Sainsbury's Quay Parade via Woolpack. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Aberdare and arriving at Swansea via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Swansea?

The distance between Aberdare and Swansea is 69 miles. The road distance is 28 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdare to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £22 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Aberdare to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Swansea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdare to Swansea?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Swansea is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus and bus, which costs £8 - £10 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Aberdare to Swansea bus arrive?

Aberdare to Swansea bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Woolpack station.

Where does the Aberdare to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdare to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Swansea is 28 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Aberdare to Swansea.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdare to Swansea?

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Aberdare to Swansea - 4 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Cardiff Centraltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 9m
£23–47
Drive 27.9 mi
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1. Drive from Aberdare to Swanseacar 27.9 mi
34 min
£7–10
Line 8 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Gadlys Terrace to Woolpackbus 8
2. Take the bus from Woolpack to Sainsbury's Quay Paradebus X7
2h 25m
£8–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Swanseataxi 27.9 mi
34 min
£120–150

Aberdare to Swansea by train

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2h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 68.2 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a train from Aberdare to Swansea via Cardiff Central in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gadlys Terrace to Sainsbury's Quay Parade via Woolpack in around 2h 25m.

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