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Trains from Derby (DBY) to Aberdare (ABA)

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20

train journeys
per day

117

miles (189 kms)

3hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

06:38 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Derby (DBY) to Aberdare (ABA)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Derby and Aberdare , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Derby to Aberdare is approximately 117 miles (189 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 3 mins.

GWR, Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Derby and Aberdare.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Derby to Aberdare. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 53 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Derby to Aberdare

Journeys from Derby to Aberdare Today

  • Mon 11th Nov
    06:38
    4 hrs 7 mins1 change
    10:45
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    07:38
    4 hrs 7 mins1 change
    11:45
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    08:42
    4 hrs 3 mins1 change - overtaken train
    12:45
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    08:52
    3 hrs 53 mins3 changes
    12:45
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    09:41
    4 hrs 4 mins1 change
    13:45
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    10:41
    4 hrs 4 mins1 change
    14:45
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    11:31
    3 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    15:15
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    11:41
    4 hrs 4 mins1 change
    15:45
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    12:38
    4 hrs 7 mins1 change
    16:45
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    13:40
    4 hrs 5 mins1 change
    17:45
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    14:39
    4 hrs 6 mins1 change
    18:45
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    15:28
    3 hrs 47 mins2 changes
    19:15
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    15:38
    4 hrs 7 mins1 change
    19:45
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    16:38
    4 hrs 7 mins1 change
    20:45
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    17:38
    4 hrs 7 mins1 change
    21:45
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    18:39
    4 hrs 6 mins1 change
    22:45
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    19:42
    4 hrs 3 mins1 change
    23:45
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    21:31
    9 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    07:15
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    21:33
    11 hrs 42 mins4 changes
    09:15
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare
  • Mon 11th Nov
    23:11
    11 hrs 4 mins4 changes
    10:15
    Derby
    Aberdare
    Derby to Aberdare

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
AddressDerby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed byEM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Aberdare Station

Station name Aberdare (ABA)
AddressAberdare station, Abernant Road, Aberdare, Mid Glamorgan, CF44 0PU
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:30 - 14:40
Saturday 07:40 - 15:55
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Derby and Aberdare

The travel time between Derby and Aberdare by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Derby and Aberdare vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Derby 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 Derby & Aberdare. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Derby and Aberdare.

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