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Trains from Aberdare (ABA) to Nelson (NEL)

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15

train journeys
per day

155

miles (250 kms)

6hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

06:22 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Aberdare (ABA) to Nelson (NEL)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Aberdare and Nelson , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Aberdare to Nelson is approximately 155 miles (250 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 19 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Aberdare and Nelson.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Aberdare to Nelson. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Aberdare to Nelson Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:22
    7 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    13:26
    Aberdare
    Nelson
    Aberdare to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:22
    7 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    14:26
    Aberdare
    Nelson
    Aberdare to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:22
    7 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    15:26
    Aberdare
    Nelson
    Aberdare to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:22
    7 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    16:26
    Aberdare
    Nelson
    Aberdare to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:22
    7 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    17:26
    Aberdare
    Nelson
    Aberdare to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:22
    7 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    18:27
    Aberdare
    Nelson
    Aberdare to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:22
    7 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    19:26
    Aberdare
    Nelson
    Aberdare to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:22
    7 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    20:26
    Aberdare
    Nelson
    Aberdare to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:52
    6 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    21:26
    Aberdare
    Nelson
    Aberdare to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:22
    7 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    22:26
    Aberdare
    Nelson
    Aberdare to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:22
    7 hrs 58 mins 4 changes
    00:20
    Aberdare
    Nelson
    Aberdare to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:52
    11 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    06:25
    Aberdare
    Nelson
    Aberdare to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:52
    11 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    07:26
    Aberdare
    Nelson
    Aberdare to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:22
    12 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    08:26
    Aberdare
    Nelson
    Aberdare to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    22:52
    11 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    10:26
    Aberdare
    Nelson
    Aberdare to Nelson

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

About Nelson Station

Station name Nelson (NEL)
Address Nelson station, Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Aberdare and Nelson

The travel time between Aberdare and Nelson by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Aberdare and Nelson vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:22, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Aberdare & Nelson. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Aberdare and Nelson.

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