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Bristol to Aberdare train prices and times

Planning a journey from Bristol to Aberdare? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £8.00, with average prices for this route around £8.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:24 Bristol Parkway	06:45 Aberdare	6h 21m, No direct	Find Tickets
00:24 Bristol Parkway	07:15 Aberdare	6h 51m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:04 Filton Abbey Wood	08:15 Aberdare	2h 11m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:40 Filton Abbey Wood	08:45 Aberdare	2h 5m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:28 Bristol Parkway	09:15 Aberdare	1h 47m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:38 Filton Abbey Wood	09:45 Paris	2h 7m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Bristol to Aberdare train route details

First train

00:24

Last train

21:35

Departure station

Bristol

Arrival station

Aberdare

Journey time

1h 40m

Distance

42 miles

Price

£8.00*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Bristol to Aberdare

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Bristol to Aberdare can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Bristol to Aberdare for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Bristol to Aberdare, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bristol to Aberdare ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Bristol to Aberdare more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bristol to Aberdare train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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