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Trains from Aberdare (ABA) to Shildon (SHD)

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11

train journeys
per day

214

miles (345 kms)

7hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Aberdare (ABA) to Shildon (SHD)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Aberdare and Shildon , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Aberdare to Shildon is approximately 214 miles (345 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 20 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Aberdare and Shildon.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Aberdare to Shildon. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 21 mins.

Journeys from Aberdare to Shildon Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:52
    7 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    13:14
    Aberdare
    Shildon
    Aberdare to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:52
    7 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    14:13
    Aberdare
    Shildon
    Aberdare to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:52
    7 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    15:13
    Aberdare
    Shildon
    Aberdare to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:52
    7 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    16:13
    Aberdare
    Shildon
    Aberdare to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:52
    7 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    17:13
    Aberdare
    Shildon
    Aberdare to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:52
    7 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    18:13
    Aberdare
    Shildon
    Aberdare to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:52
    7 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    19:14
    Aberdare
    Shildon
    Aberdare to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:52
    7 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    20:13
    Aberdare
    Shildon
    Aberdare to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:52
    7 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    21:13
    Aberdare
    Shildon
    Aberdare to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:52
    13 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    07:02
    Aberdare
    Shildon
    Aberdare to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    22:52
    12 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    11:13
    Aberdare
    Shildon
    Aberdare to Shildon

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 Shildon Station

Station name Shildon (SHD)
Address Shildon station, Hackworth Road, Shildon, County Durham, DL4 1LX
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Aberdare and Shildon

The travel time between Aberdare and Shildon by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Aberdare and Shildon vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Aberdare and Shildon 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 & Shildon. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Aberdare and Shildon.

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