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

The cheapest way to get from Caerphilly to Aberfan is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Caerphilly to Aberfan is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Caerphilly and Aberfan?

No, there is no direct bus from Caerphilly to Aberfan. However, there are services departing from South Gate Square and arriving at Coventry Playground via Nelson Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Caerphilly and Aberfan?

No, there is no direct train from Caerphilly to Aberfan. However, there are services departing from Caerphilly and arriving at Merthyr Vale via Cardiff Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Caerphilly to Aberfan?

The distance between Caerphilly and Aberfan is 26 miles. The road distance is 13.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caerphilly to Aberfan without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £9 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Caerphilly to Aberfan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caerphilly to Aberfan bus from?

Caerphilly to Aberfan bus services, operated by Harris Coaches, depart from South Gate Square station.

Where do I catch the Caerphilly to Aberfan train from?

Caerphilly to Aberfan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Caerphilly station.

Train or bus from Caerphilly to Aberfan?

The best way to get from Caerphilly to Aberfan is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £9 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 78 bus, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Caerphilly to Aberfan bus arrive?

Caerphilly to Aberfan bus services, operated by Harris Coaches, arrive at Nelson Bus Station Stand 1.

Where does the Caerphilly to Aberfan train arrive?

Caerphilly to Aberfan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Caerphilly to Aberfan?

Yes, the driving distance between Caerphilly to Aberfan is 13 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Caerphilly to Aberfan.

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

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Caerphilly to Aberfan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 78 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Caerphilly to Aberfan by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Caerphilly to Cardiff Queen Streettrain Caerphilly - Penarth / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Valetrain Cardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 24m
£10–18
Drive 13.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Caerphilly to Aberfancar 13.3 mi
28 min
£4–5
Bus, line 78 bus
1. Take the bus from South Gate Square to Nelson Bus Station Stand 1bus C16
2. Take the bus from Nelson Bus Station Stand 1 to Coventry Playgroundbus 78
1h 38m
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Caerphilly to Aberfantaxi 13.3 mi
28 min
£30–40

Caerphilly to Aberfan by train

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Distance: 25.7 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Caerphilly, Wales and Aberfan, Wales?

You can take a train from Caerphilly to Merthyr Vale via Cardiff Queen Street in around 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Gate Square to Coventry Playground via Nelson Bus Station Stand 1 in around 1h 38m.

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