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Compare train and bus for Bristol to Aberdare
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Aberdare among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, while a train costs an average of €51.
Distance: 66 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€51 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Aberdare:
A bus is €32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Aberdare costing on average €51.
Other travel options to Aberdare take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 36m.
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Why should you book Bristol to Aberdare trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Aberdare.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transport for Wales with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bristol to Aberdare.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bristol to Aberdare.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Aberdare
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Trains from Bristol to Aberdare run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €46 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:52. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €46 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 9:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Aberdare trainsTransport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Aberdare from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Cross Country
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Aberdare
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Aberdare by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Aberdare, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Aberdare
Most Bristol to Aberdare trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Aberdare station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Aberdare train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Which Aberdare station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Aberdare from Aberdare city centre
Aberdare train station facilities and services
Aberdare has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Aberdare.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aberdare. ATMs are available at Aberdare.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aberdare: WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdare.
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