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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Aberdare is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Aberdare is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 and arriving at Cardiff North Road via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Aberdare via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Aberdare?

The distance between Cambridge and Aberdare is 227 miles. The road distance is 183.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Aberdare without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Cambridge to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Aberdare bus from?

Cambridge to Aberdare bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Aberdare train from?

Cambridge to Aberdare train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Aberdare is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Cambridge to Aberdare bus arrive?

Cambridge to Aberdare bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Cambridge to Aberdare train arrive?

Cambridge to Aberdare train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Aberdare is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Cambridge to Aberdare.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cambridge to Aberdare?

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Where can I stay near Aberdare?

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Cambridge to Aberdare - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Cambridge to Aberdare by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain
4h 48m
£96–170
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk950
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
8h 40m
£33–51
Drive 182.4 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Aberdarecar 182.4 mi
3h 50m
£45–66
Fly London Stansted Airport to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane STN - CWL
2. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain
7h 26m
£73–259
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 50m
£112–172
Bus via Tonypandy Bus Station Stand A1
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
9h 9m
£44–78
Bus to Luton Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Airport Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LTN - CWL
8h 38m
£73–151
Fly London Stansted Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 54m
£92–213

Cambridge to Aberdare by bus, foot, and train

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8h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 225.4 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Aberdare, Wales?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Aberdare via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Aberdare via London Heathrow Airport, Cardiff North Road, and Cardiff Queen Street in around 8h 40m.

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