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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aberdare (ABA)

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14

train journeys
per day

293

miles (471 kms)

7hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

06:52 / 00:22

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

8

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aberdare (ABA)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdare , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdare is approximately 293 miles (471 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 28 mins.

Northern Rail, GWR, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdare.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdare. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 23 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdare Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:52
    7 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdare
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdare
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:04
    8 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdare
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdare
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:52
    7 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdare
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdare
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:30
    8 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    17:45
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdare
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdare
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:52
    7 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    18:15
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdare
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdare
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:08
    8 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    19:15
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdare
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdare
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:52
    7 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    20:15
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdare
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdare
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:07
    8 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    21:45
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdare
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdare
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:52
    7 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    22:45
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdare
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdare
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:07
    8 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    23:45
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdare
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdare
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:52
    13 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    06:45
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdare
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdare
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:52
    12 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    07:15
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdare
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdare
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    20:12
    13 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdare
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdare
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    23:13
    14 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdare
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdare

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Aberdare Station

Station name Aberdare (ABA)
Address Aberdare station, Abernant Road, Aberdare, Mid Glamorgan, CF44 0PU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 14:40
Saturday 07:40 - 15:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdare

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdare by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdare vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

First class tickets on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdare typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdare can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Edinburgh Waverley & Aberdare. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, GWR, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdare.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdare, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.