London to Aberdare train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Aberdare

Showing times and prices for 20 Jun

Cheapest price

£62

Average price

£62

Fastest journey

3 h 29 m

Average duration

3 h 29 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

231 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Aberdare is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Aberdare will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave London for Aberdare every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 231 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Great Western Railway
    10:483h29
    London
    14:17Aberdare
    £621One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London to Aberdare

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Aberdare among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £40.

Distance: 231 km

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Coach

£51

Average Price

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 35m

Average total duration

5h 5m

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Live departures

London to Aberdare train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Aberdare trains for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)5:23 London
3h53
9:16 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)7:12 London
3h04
10:16 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)7:48 London
2h58
10:46 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)8:18 London
2h58
11:16 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)8:48 London
2h58
11:46 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)9:18 London
2h58
12:16 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)9:48 London
3h28
13:16 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)10:48 London
2h58
13:46 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)11:48 London
2h58
14:46 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)12:13 London
3h03
15:16 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)12:48 London
2h58
15:46 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)13:15 London
3h01
16:16 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)13:48 London
2h58
16:46 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)14:15 London
3h01
17:16 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)14:49 London
2h57
17:46 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)15:16 London
3h00
18:16 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)15:48 London
2h58
18:46 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)16:18 London
2h58
19:16 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)16:48 London
2h58
19:46 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)17:48 London
2h58
20:46 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)18:48 London
2h58
21:46 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)19:48 London
2h58
22:46 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)20:48 London
2h56
23:44 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)21:48 London
3h29
1:17 Aberdare1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)22:49 London
8h27
7:16 Aberdare1 change

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Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from London to Aberdare.
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Aberdare

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Trains from London to Aberdare run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 231 km distance in 3h 29m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Distance
231 km
Average train duration
3h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£40
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
3h 29m
First train
5:23
Last train
21:48
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
21 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London to Aberdare trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London and Aberdare from £9. 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
3h 29m
Cheapest Price
£40
Great Western Railway frequency
5 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

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 56m
Cheapest Price
£142
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
12 a day

FAQs: London to Aberdare train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London to Aberdare can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £51.
The train journey from London to Aberdare covers a distance of 231 km and takes approximately 3h 29m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from London to Aberdare is 231 km.
The first train from London to Aberdare leaves at 5:23.
The last train from London to Aberdare departs at 21:48.
Trains from London to Aberdare run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Aberdare.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London to Aberdare.
To get from London to Aberdare, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London to Aberdare.
The train station in London that goes to Aberdare is London Paddington (PAD), and it arrives at Aberdare station (ABA).
The cheapest way to get from London to Aberdare is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from London to Aberdare in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London to Aberdare offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, transitioning from the bustling cityscape of London to the picturesque landscapes of the Welsh valleys, featuring rolling hills and lush greenery as you approach Aberdare.
A day trip from London to Aberdare is not feasible because the journey takes 3h 29m. Trains run 4 times per day, covering a distance of 231 km.
Typically, spending two to three days in Aberdare allows you to explore its main attractions, including the Aberdare National Park, enjoy hiking trails, and experience local wildlife.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Aberdare.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Aberdare

London
Aberdare
The major train station for departures in London is London Paddington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Paddington for your trip from London to Aberdare.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 24/7
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Wasabi
  • The Beer House
  • Barburrito
  • Upper Crust
  • The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Burger King
  • Pret a Manger
  • The Savanna
  • Soboro Bakery
  • & more
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
  • Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hilton London Paddington
  • Mercure London Paddington Hotel
  • The Pilgrm
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • 24/7
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near Platform 1
Public transport options for London Paddington
  • Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
  • Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
  • Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
  • Metro: Tube Lines.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
23 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
  • Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
  • Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 18:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Shops outside of station
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has step-free access to Platforms 1 and 2 (for trains towards London Waterloo) via long and steep ramps at up to 1:10 gradient. There is no step-free access to Platforms 3 and 4 (for trains towards Chessington South/ Kingston/ Surbiton). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platforms 3/4
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platforms 3/4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Booking hall entrance, platform 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for Raynes Park
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Motspur Park / New Malden: Coombe Lane (A238) Bus stop 'H' To Wimbledon: Coombe Lane (A238) Bus stop 'B'

Most popular train connections to Aberdare

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