What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road GJ and arriving at Gadlys Terrace via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central Station and Aberdare?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Aberdare. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Aberdare is 23 miles. The road distance is 24.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £9 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare?

The train from Cardiff Central to Aberdare takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare bus from?

Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Greyfriars Road GJ station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare train from?

Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £9 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus and line 9 bus, which costs £11 - £17 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare bus arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare is 24 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare?

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Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
1h 3m
£9–16
Drive 24.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Aberdarecar 24.1 mi
37 min
£6–9
Bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1bus X4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 13 to Gadlys Terracebus 89 / ...
2h 13m
£11–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Central Station to Aberdaretaxi 24.1 mi
37 min
£50–65

Cardiff Central Station to Aberdare by train

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Distance: 22.8 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Aberdare, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Aberdare hourly. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cardiff Central Station to Gadlys Terrace via Greyfriars Road GJ, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1, and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 13 in around 2h 13m.

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