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

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Aberdare is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bridgend to Aberdare is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgend and Aberdare?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 station and arriving at Aberdare Library. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Bridgend and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Bridgend to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Aberdare via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Bridgend to Aberdare?

The distance between Bridgend and Aberdare is 26 miles. The road distance is 24.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bridgend to Aberdare without a car is to bus which takes 1h 41m and costs £7 - £11.

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

The bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Aberdare Library takes 1h 41m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Aberdare bus from?

Bridgend to Aberdare bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Aberdare train from?

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

Train or bus from Bridgend to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Aberdare is to bus which takes 1h 41m and costs £7 - £11. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Bridgend to Aberdare bus arrive?

Bridgend to Aberdare bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Aberdare Library station.

Where does the Bridgend to Aberdare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bridgend to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Bridgend to Aberdare is 25 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Bridgend to Aberdare.

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

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Aberdare Librarybus 172
1h 41m
£7–11
Drive 24.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bridgend to Aberdarecar 24.7 mi
53 min
£6–9
Train
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Cardiff Centraltrain Maesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
1h 54m
£17–33
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bridgend to Aberdaretaxi 24.7 mi
53 min
£50–65

Bridgend to Aberdare by bus

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Distance: 26.3 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

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

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Aberdare Library hourly. Tickets cost £7–11 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bridgend to Aberdare via Cardiff Central in around 1h 54m.

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