What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Aberavon Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Aberavon Beach is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Aberavon Beach?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Aberavon Beach is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Aberavon Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Aberavon Beach. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Romney Road via Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Aberavon Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Aberavon Beach. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Aberavon Beach?

The distance between Cardiff and Aberavon Beach is 35 miles. The road distance is 35.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Aberavon Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberavon Beach without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £16 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Aberavon Beach?

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Cardiff to Aberavon Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aberavon Beach bus from?

Cardiff to Aberavon Beach bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aberavon Beach train from?

Cardiff to Aberavon Beach train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Aberavon Beach?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberavon Beach is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £16 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £18 and takes 1h 36m.

Where does the Cardiff to Aberavon Beach bus arrive?

Cardiff to Aberavon Beach bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9.

Where does the Cardiff to Aberavon Beach train arrive?

Cardiff to Aberavon Beach train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Port Talbot Parkway station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Aberavon Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Aberavon Beach is 35 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Cardiff to Aberavon Beach.

Where can I stay near Aberavon Beach?

There are 1175+ hotels available in Aberavon Beach.

Cardiff to Aberavon Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Aberavon Beach by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Swansea / ...
1h 32m
£16–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9bus 201 / ...
1h 36m
£9–18
Drive 34.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Aberavon Beachcar 34.9 mi
41 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Aberavon Beachtaxi 34.9 mi
41 min
£75–95

Cardiff to Aberavon Beach by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 35 mi
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What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Aberavon Beach, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkway hourly. Tickets cost £13–22 and the journey takes 42 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 hourly. Tickets cost £6–15 and the journey takes 55 min.

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