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

The cheapest way to get from Newport to Aberfan Station is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Newport to Aberfan Station is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Newport and Aberfan Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Newport to Aberfan Station. However, there are services departing from North Street and arriving at Brynteg Terrace via Caerphilly Interchange Stand 9 and Nelson Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Newport and Aberfan Station?

No, there is no direct train from Newport to Aberfan Station. However, there are services departing from Newport (S Wales) and arriving at Merthyr Vale via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Newport to Aberfan Station?

The distance between Newport and Aberfan Station is 32 miles. The road distance is 22.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newport to Aberfan Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £11 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Newport to Aberfan Station, including transfers.

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

Newport to Aberfan Station bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from North Street station.

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

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

Train or bus from Newport to Aberfan Station?

The best way to get from Newport to Aberfan Station is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £11 - £23. Alternatively, you can line 50 bus and bus and line 78 bus, which costs £11 - £19 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Newport to Aberfan Station bus arrive?

Newport to Aberfan Station bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Caerphilly Interchange Stand 10 station.

Where does the Newport to Aberfan Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newport to Aberfan Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Newport to Aberfan Station is 23 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Newport to Aberfan Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberfan Station?

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There are 5 ways to get from Newport to Aberfan Station by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Valetrain Cardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 37m
£12–23
Drive 22.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newport to Aberfan Stationcar 22.4 mi
46 min
£6–8
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Friars Walk 15 to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 14bus 30
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Valetrain Cardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 25m
£9–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newport to Aberfan Stationtaxi 22.4 mi
46 min
£85–100
Line 50 bus, bus, line 78 bus
1. Take the bus from North Street to Caerphilly Interchange Stand 10bus 50
2. Take the bus from Caerphilly Interchange Stand 9 to Nelson Bus Station Stand 1bus C16
3. Take the bus from Nelson Bus Station Stand 1 to Brynteg Terracebus 78
3h 5m
£11–18

Newport to Aberfan Station by train and foot

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Distance: 31.4 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Newport, Wales and Aberfan Station, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Vale hourly. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Street to Aberfan Station via Caerphilly Interchange Stand 9, Nelson Bus Station Stand 1, and Brynteg Terrace in around 3h 5m.

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