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Aberdare to Dorchester West by train

First train

07:21

Last train

22:50

Departure station

Aberdare

Arrival station

Dorchester West

Journey time

From 4h 34m

Distance

82 miles (132 km)

Frequency

7 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

Taking the train from Aberdare to Dorchester West in 4 hours 34 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Aberdare to Dorchester West? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 6 hours 32 minutes to travel the 82 miles (132 km) from Aberdare to Dorchester West by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 34 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 7 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Aberdare to Dorchester West in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Dorchester West by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Aberdare to Dorchester West? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Aberdare to Dorchester West take?

The average journey time by train between Aberdare and Dorchester West is 6 hours and 32 minutes, with around 7 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Aberdare and Dorchester West by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Aberdare to Dorchester West is 4 hours and 34 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Aberdare to Dorchester West?

No, there are no direct train services from Aberdare to Dorchester West. Travelling from Aberdare to Dorchester West by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Aberdare to Dorchester West leave?

The first train from Aberdare to Dorchester West leaves at 07:21. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Aberdare to Dorchester West leave?

The last train from Aberdare to Dorchester West leaves at 22:50. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Aberdare and Dorchester West by train?

Trains travelling from Aberdare to Dorchester West cover a distance of around 82 miles (132 km) during the journey.

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