What is the cheapest way to get from Swansea University to Aberdare?

The cheapest way to get from Swansea University to Aberdare is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea University to Aberdare?

The fastest way to get from Swansea University to Aberdare is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea University and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea University to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Swansea University and arriving at Gadlys Terrace via Swansea Bus Station Stand E and Co-op. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea University and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea University to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Aberdare via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Swansea University to Aberdare?

The distance between Swansea University and Aberdare is 71 miles. The road distance is 29.7 miles.

How do I travel from Swansea University to Aberdare without a car?

The best way to get from Swansea University to Aberdare without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £30 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Swansea University to Aberdare?

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Swansea University to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea University to Aberdare bus from?

Swansea University to Aberdare bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand E.

Where do I catch the Swansea University to Aberdare train from?

Swansea University to Aberdare train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea University to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Swansea University to Aberdare is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 8 bus, which costs £11 - £13 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Swansea University to Aberdare bus arrive?

Swansea University to Aberdare bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Co-op station.

Where does the Swansea University to Aberdare train arrive?

Swansea University to Aberdare train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Swansea University to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea University to Aberdare is 30 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Swansea University to Aberdare.

Where can I stay near Aberdare?

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There are 5 ways to get from Swansea University to Aberdare by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
3h 19m
£30–59
Drive 29.5 mi
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1. Drive from Swansea University to Aberdarecar 29.5 mi
37 min
£8–11
Bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand E to Co-opbus X7
2. Take the bus from Co-op to Gadlys Terracebus 8
3h 34m
£11–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea University to Aberdaretaxi 29.5 mi
37 min
£70–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea University to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1bus X1
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Aberdare Librarybus 172
4h
£10–14

Swansea University to Aberdare by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 70.8 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Swansea University, Wales and Aberdare, Wales?

You can take a vehicle from Swansea University to Aberdare via Swansea University, Swansea Bus Station Stand Q, Swansea, and Cardiff Central in around 3h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Swansea University to Gadlys Terrace via Swansea University, Swansea Bus Station Stand Q, Swansea Bus Station Stand E, and Co-op in around 3h 34m.

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