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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Aberdare is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Aberdare is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Little Theatre via Country Bus Station, Brecon Interchange 1 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Aberdare via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Aberdare?

The distance between Cheltenham and Aberdare is 86 miles. The road distance is 72.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Aberdare without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Cheltenham to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Aberdare bus from?

Cheltenham to Aberdare bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Aberdare train from?

Cheltenham to Aberdare train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Aberdare is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Aberdare bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Aberdare bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Country Bus Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Aberdare train arrive?

Cheltenham to Aberdare train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Aberdare is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Cheltenham to Aberdare.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdare?

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There are 3 ways to get from Cheltenham to Aberdare by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2h 37m
£35–64
Drive 72.5 mi
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1. Drive from Cheltenham to Aberdarecar 72.5 mi
1h 29m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Country Bus Stationbus 445
2. Take the bus from Country Bus Station to Brecon Interchangebus X44 / ...
5h 46m

Cheltenham to Aberdare by train

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Distance: 85.3 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Aberdare via Cardiff Central in around 2h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Little Theatre via Country Bus Station, Brecon Interchange 1, and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 13 in around 5h 46m.

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