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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Aberdare is to drive which costs £7 - £10 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Aberdare is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £7 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Sainsbury's Quay Parade and arriving at Gadlys Terrace via Co-op. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Aberdare via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Swansea to Aberdare?

The distance between Swansea and Aberdare is 69 miles. The road distance is 28.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Aberdare without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £22 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Swansea to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Aberdare bus from?

Swansea to Aberdare bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Sainsbury's Quay Parade station.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Aberdare train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Swansea to Aberdare is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 8 bus, which costs £8 - £10 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Swansea to Aberdare bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Aberdare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Aberdare is 28 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Swansea to Aberdare.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdare?

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Swansea to Aberdare - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 8 bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Swansea 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 / ...
2h 37m
£22–47
Drive 27.9 mi
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1. Drive from Swansea to Aberdarecar 27.9 mi
34 min
£7–10
Bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Co-opbus X7
2. Take the bus from Co-op to Gadlys Terracebus 8
3h 4m
£8–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea to Aberdaretaxi 27.9 mi
34 min
£120–150

Swansea to Aberdare by train

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Distance: 68.2 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Aberdare via Cardiff Central in around 2h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Gadlys Terrace via Co-op in around 3h 4m.

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