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

The cheapest way to get from Ystradgynlais to Aberdare is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ystradgynlais to Aberdare is to drive which takes 28 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Ystradgynlais and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Ystradgynlais station to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Ystradgynlais Bus Station Stand 4 and arriving at Gadlys Terrace via Alfred Street and Co-op. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Ystradgynlais and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Ystradgynlais to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Neath and arriving at Aberdare via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Ystradgynlais to Aberdare?

The distance between Ystradgynlais and Aberdare is 38 miles. The road distance is 19.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ystradgynlais to Aberdare without a car is to bus and line 8 bus which takes 2h 55m and costs £13 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Ystradgynlais to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ystradgynlais to Aberdare bus from?

Ystradgynlais to Aberdare bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, depart from Ystradgynlais Bus Station Stand 4.

Where do I catch the Ystradgynlais to Aberdare train from?

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

Train or bus from Ystradgynlais to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Ystradgynlais to Aberdare is to bus and line 8 bus which takes 2h 55m and costs £13 - £18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Ystradgynlais to Aberdare bus arrive?

Ystradgynlais to Aberdare bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, arrive at Neath station.

Where does the Ystradgynlais to Aberdare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ystradgynlais to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Ystradgynlais to Aberdare is 19 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Ystradgynlais to Aberdare.

Where can I stay near Aberdare?

There are 553+ hotels available in Aberdare.

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

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

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Bus, line 8 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ystradgynlais Bus Station Stand 4 to Neath stationbus T6
2. Take the bus from Alfred Street to Co-opbus X7
3. Take the bus from Co-op to Gadlys Terracebus 8
2h 55m
£14–18
Drive 19 mi
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1. Drive from Ystradgynlais to Aberdarecar 19 mi
28 min
£5–7
Train
1. Take the train from Neath to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
3h 5m
£25–50
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ystradgynlais to Aberdaretaxi 19 mi
28 min
£85–110

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Distance: 38.3 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Ystradgynlais Bus Station Stand 4 to Gadlys Terrace via Neath station, Alfred Street, and Co-op in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ystradgynlais Bus Station Stand 4 to Aberdare via Neath station, Neath, and Cardiff Central in around 3h 5m.

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