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

The cheapest way to get from Dowlais to Aberdare is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dowlais to Aberdare is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £21 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Dowlais and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Dowlais station to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Dowlais Police Station and arriving at Gadlys Terrace via Merthyr Bus Station 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Dowlais to Aberdare?

The distance between Dowlais and Aberdare is 15 miles. The road distance is 9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dowlais to Aberdare without a car is to line 9 bus which takes 1h 11m and costs £6 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Dowlais to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dowlais to Aberdare bus from?

Dowlais to Aberdare bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Merthyr Bus Station 13.

Where does the Dowlais to Aberdare bus arrive?

Dowlais to Aberdare bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Gadlys Terrace station.

Can I drive from Dowlais to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Dowlais to Aberdare is 9 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Dowlais to Aberdare.

Where can I stay near Aberdare?

There are 573+ hotels available in Aberdare.

Dowlais to Aberdare - 3 ways to travel via line 9 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dowlais to Aberdare by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 9 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 13 to Gadlys Terracebus 89 / ...
1h 11m
£6–10
Drive 9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dowlais to Aberdarecar 9 mi
16 min
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dowlais to Aberdaretaxi 9 mi
16 min
£21–26

Dowlais to Aberdare by bus

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1h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 14.8 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough, Wales and Aberdare, Wales?

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Merthyr Bus Station 13 to Gadlys Terrace every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 49 min.

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