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

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Aberdare is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Aberdare is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon to Aberdare station. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Aberdare Bus Station via Greyfriars Road GJ and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Aberdare via Farringdon Without, London Paddington and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Croydon to Aberdare?

The distance between Croydon and Aberdare is 184 miles. The road distance is 169.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Aberdare without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Croydon to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Aberdare bus from?

Croydon to Aberdare bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Aberdare train from?

Croydon to Aberdare train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Croydon to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Croydon to Aberdare is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Croydon to Aberdare bus arrive?

Croydon to Aberdare bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kingsway GR station.

Where does the Croydon to Aberdare train arrive?

Croydon to Aberdare train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Croydon to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Aberdare is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Croydon to Aberdare.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdare?

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There are 5 ways to get from Croydon to Aberdare by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
4h 27m
£82–153
Drive 168.2 mi
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1. Drive from Croydon to Aberdarecar 168.2 mi
3h 22m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
6h 41m
£42–94
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 45m
£84–210
Bus via London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
8h 56m

Croydon to Aberdare by train

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Distance: 182.6 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from East Croydon to Aberdare via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GR hourly. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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