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 £60 - £75.

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 2h 6m.

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 23m.

How far is it from Caerphilly to Aberfan?

The distance between Caerphilly and Aberfan is 20 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 line 120 bus and train which takes 1h 17m and costs £6 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m 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 23m and costs £8 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus and line 78 bus, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 2h 6m.

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 - 5 ways to travel via train, line 120 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Caerphilly to Aberfan by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 120 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from South Gate Square to Sardis House D3bus 120
2. Take the train from Pontypridd to Merthyr Valetrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 17m
£7–10
Drive 13.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Caerphilly to Aberfancar 13.3 mi
28 min
£4–5
Train
1. Take the train from Caerphilly to Cardiff Queen Streettrain Caerphilly - Penarth / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Valetrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 23m
£8–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Caerphilly to Aberfantaxi 13.3 mi
28 min
£60–75
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
2h 6m
£7–11

Caerphilly to Aberfan by bus and train

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Distance: 20.1 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

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 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Gate Square to Coventry Playground via Nelson Bus Station Stand 1 in around 2h 6m.

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