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Compare prices and tickets Aberdare to Herne Bay by train
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Why should you book Aberdare to Herne Bay trains with Omio?
Great Western Railway as well as Transport for Wales offer trains services from Aberdare to Herne Bay.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdare to Herne Bay
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Trains from Aberdare to Herne Bay run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £190 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 11:46. The fastest train covers the 319 km distance in 5h 23m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 319 km |
Average train duration 5h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £190 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 23m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 11:46 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales from Aberdare to Herne Bay trainsGreat Western Railway, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Aberdare and Herne Bay from £190. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 49m
Cheapest Price
£43
Great Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 23m
Cheapest Price
£190
Transport for Wales frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Aberdare to Herne Bay train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdare to Herne Bay 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 Herne Bay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Aberdare to Herne Bay can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £190, while the average price tends to be around £190.
The train journey from Aberdare to Herne Bay covers a distance of 319 km and takes approximately 5h 23m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Aberdare to Herne Bay is 319 km.
The first train from Aberdare to Herne Bay leaves at 4:52.
The last train from Aberdare to Herne Bay departs at 11:46.
Trains from Aberdare to Herne Bay run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Aberdare to Herne Bay.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Aberdare to Herne Bay.
To travel from Aberdare to Herne Bay, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Aberdare to Herne Bay.
The train station in Aberdare that goes to Herne Bay is Aberdare station (ABA), and it arrives at Herne Bay station (HNB).
The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Herne Bay is by train, costing approximately £190.
Booking trains from Aberdare to Herne Bay in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Aberdare to Herne Bay offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the Welsh countryside and parts of the South East of England, although much of the route is urban or suburban.
A day trip from Aberdare to Herne Bay is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 23m. Trains run 3 times per day.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Herne Bay is ideal for exploring its coastal attractions, enjoying the seaside promenade, visiting local museums, and experiencing the charming town centre.
Yes, you can take the train from Aberdare to Herne Bay.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdare and Herne Bay
Aberdare
Herne Bay
The major train station for departures in Aberdare is Aberdare. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Aberdare for your trip from Aberdare to Herne Bay.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
The major train station for arrivals in Herne Bay is Herne Bay. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Herne Bay for your journey to Herne Bay from Aberdare.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
ParkingAccessibilityWC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:00 Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details -Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London direct from the station entrance. There is no step free access to Platform 1. Only Stepped access via the station subway to platform 1 for services towards London. No step free interchange between platforms.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: platform 2
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:00 Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 2- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room On Platform 1 and also in the booking hall - only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Herne Bay
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt
Most popular train connections from Aberdare
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