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

The cheapest way to get from Newtown to Aberdare is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newtown to Aberdare is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Newtown and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Newtown station to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Gadlys Terrace via Merthyr Bus Station 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Newtown and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Newtown to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Newtown (Powys) and arriving at Aberdare via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Newtown to Aberdare?

The distance between Newtown and Aberdare is 88 miles. The road distance is 72.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newtown to Aberdare without a car is to bus and line 9 bus which takes 3h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Newtown to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newtown to Aberdare bus from?

Newtown to Aberdare bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Newtown to Aberdare train from?

Newtown to Aberdare train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newtown (Powys) station.

Train or bus from Newtown to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Newtown to Aberdare is to bus and line 9 bus which takes 3h 36m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Newtown to Aberdare bus arrive?

Newtown to Aberdare bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station 7.

Where does the Newtown to Aberdare train arrive?

Newtown to Aberdare train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Newtown to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Newtown to Aberdare is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Newtown to Aberdare.

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

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Newtown to Aberdare - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 9 bus, and car

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

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Bus, line 9 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 13 to Gadlys Terracebus 89 / ...
3h 36m
Drive 71.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newtown to Aberdarecar 71.7 mi
1h 42m
£18–25
Train
1. Take the train from Newtown (Powys) to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain
4h 30m
£63–113

Newtown to Aberdare by train

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Distance: 87.3 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Newtown, Powys, Wales and Aberdare, Wales?

You can take a bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Gadlys Terrace via Merthyr Bus Station 13 in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Newtown (Powys) to Aberdare via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central in around 4h 30m.

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