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 2 and arriving at Gadlys Terrace via Free Street and Merthyr Bus Station 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

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 72 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 train which takes 3h 5m and costs £29 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m 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 2.

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 train which takes 3h 5m and costs £29 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 9 bus, which costs £12 - £20 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Ystradgynlais to Aberdare bus arrive?

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

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Ystradgynlais to Aberdare - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 9 bus

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

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Train
best
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
£30–59
Drive 19 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ystradgynlais to Aberdarecar 19 mi
28 min
£5–7
Bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from Ystradgynlais Bus Station Stand 2 to Bulwarkbus T6
2. Take the bus from Free Street to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
3. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 13 to Gadlys Terracebus 89 / ...
3h 27m
£12–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ystradgynlais to Aberdaretaxi 19 mi
28 min
£85–110
Bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Ystradgynlais Bus Station Stand 4 to Neath stationbus T6
2. Take the bus from Neath Bus Station Stand 9 to Co-opbus X7 / ...
3. Take the bus from Co-op to Gadlys Terracebus 8
3h 33m
£14–18

Ystradgynlais to Aberdare by bus and train

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Distance: 71.4 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Ystradgynlais Bus Station Stand 4 to Aberdare via Neath station, Neath, and Cardiff Central in around 3h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ystradgynlais Bus Station Stand 2 to Gadlys Terrace via Bulwark, Free Street, and Merthyr Bus Station 13 in around 3h 27m.

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