What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Aberfan?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Aberfan is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Aberfan?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Aberfan is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Aberfan?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Aberfan. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Merthyr Vale via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Aberfan?

The distance between Birmingham and Aberfan is 128 miles. The road distance is 106.1 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Aberfan without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Aberfan without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £65 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Aberfan?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Birmingham to Aberfan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Aberfan train from?

Birmingham to Aberfan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Where does the Birmingham to Aberfan train arrive?

Birmingham to Aberfan train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Aberfan?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Aberfan is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Birmingham to Aberfan.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Aberfan?

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Where can I stay near Aberfan?

There are 632+ hotels available in Aberfan.

Birmingham to Aberfan - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham to Aberfan by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Valetrain Cardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
3h 8m
£66–95
Drive 105.5 mi
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1. Drive from Birmingham to Aberfancar 105.5 mi
2h 2m
£26–37
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain Birmingham New Street - Hereford
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Brecon Interchangebus X44 / ...
5h 29m

Birmingham to Aberfan by train

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Distance: 126.8 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Aberfan, Wales?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Merthyr Vale via Cardiff Central in around 3h 8m.

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