Trains from Inverness to Aberdare
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Inverness to Aberdare by train
| First train | 05:38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:30 | |
| Departure station | Inverness | |
| Arrival station | Aberdare | |
| Journey time | From 11h 31m | |
| Distance | 400 miles (643 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Inverness to Aberdare by train
Looking to travel from Inverness to Aberdare by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 14 hours 59 minutes to travel from Inverness to Aberdare by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 11 hours 31 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 400 miles (643 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Aberdare, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway to get to Aberdare. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Inverness to Aberdare in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Inverness to Aberdare? 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 Inverness to Aberdare take?
The average journey time by train between Inverness and Aberdare is 14 hours and 59 minutes, with around 1 train 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 Inverness and Aberdare by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Inverness to Aberdare is 11 hours and 31 minutes.
Is there a direct train from Inverness to Aberdare?
No, there are no direct train services from Inverness to Aberdare. Travelling from Inverness to Aberdare by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
What time does the first train from Inverness to Aberdare leave?
The first train from Inverness to Aberdare leaves at 05:38. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Inverness to Aberdare leave?
The last train from Inverness to Aberdare leaves at 20:30. 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 Inverness and Aberdare by train?
Trains travelling from Inverness to Aberdare cover a distance of around 400 miles (643 km) during the journey.
Looking for more information?
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Aberdare to Inverness.
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