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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Aberfan is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Aberfan is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Aberfan?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Aberfan. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road GJ and arriving at Capel Smyrna via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Aberfan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cathays and arriving at Merthyr Vale. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Aberfan?

The distance between Cardiff and Aberfan is 18 miles. The road distance is 20.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberfan without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £7 - £13.

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

The train from Cathays to Merthyr Vale takes 42 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aberfan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aberfan train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Aberfan?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberfan is to train which takes 42 min and costs £7 - £13. Alternatively, you can bus and line 81 bus, which costs £9 - £14 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Cardiff to Aberfan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Aberfan train arrive?

Cardiff to Aberfan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Merthyr Vale station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Aberfan?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Aberfan is 21 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Cardiff to Aberfan.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberfan?

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Cardiff to Aberfan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 81 bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cathays to Merthyr Valetrain Cardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
42 min
£7–13
Drive 20.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Aberfancar 20.6 mi
35 min
£5–8
Bus, line 81 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 12 to Capel Smyrnabus 81
1h 40m
£9–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Aberfantaxi 20.6 mi
35 min
£45–55

Cardiff to Aberfan by train

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Distance: 17.9 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cathays to Merthyr Vale hourly. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Capel Smyrna via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 12 in around 1h 40m.

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