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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Aberfan Station is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Aberfan Station is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Aberfan Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Aberfan Station. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road GJ and arriving at Park View via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Aberfan Station?

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 Station?

The distance between Cardiff and Aberfan Station is 19 miles. The road distance is 20.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberfan Station without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £7 - £13.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aberfan Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aberfan Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Aberfan Station?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberfan Station is to train which takes 52 min and costs £7 - £13. Alternatively, you can bus and line 81 bus, which costs £10 - £15 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Cardiff to Aberfan Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Aberfan Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Aberfan Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Aberfan Station is 21 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Cardiff to Aberfan Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberfan Station?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Aberfan Station 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 / ...
52 min
£7–13
Drive 20.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Aberfan Stationcar 20.8 mi
36 min
£6–8
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 Park Viewbus 81
1h 41m
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Aberfan Stationtaxi 20.8 mi
36 min
£45–60

Cardiff to Aberfan Station by train and foot

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Distance: 18.5 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Aberfan Station, 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 Park View via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 12 in around 1h 41m.

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