Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdare by train
| First train | 06:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:00 | |
| Departure station | Glasgow Queen Street | |
| Arrival station | Aberdare | |
| Journey time | From 9h 15m | |
| Distance | 288 miles (464 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales |
Travel from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdare by train in 9 hours 15 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdare by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdare by train is 13 hours 57 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 9 hours 15 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day travelling the 288 miles (464 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Aberdare. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or ScotRail on your way to Aberdare, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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