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

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Aberdare is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Aberdare is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from London Heathrow Airport and arriving at Gadlys Terrace via Greyfriars Road GJ and Merthyr Bus Station 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Aberdare?

The distance between Heathrow and Aberdare is 162 miles. The road distance is 149.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Heathrow to Aberdare without a car is to bus and train via Reading which takes 4h 18m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Heathrow to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Aberdare bus from?

Heathrow to Aberdare bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Heathrow to Aberdare bus arrive?

Heathrow to Aberdare bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Can I drive from Heathrow to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to Aberdare is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Heathrow to Aberdare.

Where can I stay near Aberdare?

There are 569+ hotels available in Aberdare.

Heathrow to Aberdare - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Heathrow to Aberdare by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Reading
best
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain
4h 18m
£81–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 56m
£26–41
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
2. Take the train from Ninian Park to Aberdaretrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
4h 39m
£35–80
Drive 148.3 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Aberdarecar 148.3 mi
2h 47m
£37–53

Heathrow to Aberdare by bus and train

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4h 18mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161.2 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Road hourly. Tickets cost £15–25 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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