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Stafford to Aberdare train prices and times

Planning a journey from Stafford to Aberdare? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €99.63, with average prices for this route around €99.63. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
18:32 4h 13m, No direct Stafford	22:45 Aberdare	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
19:32 4h 11m, No direct Stafford	23:43 Aberdare	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
21:21 9h 24m, No direct Stafford	06:45 +1 Aberdare		Find Tickets
21:21 9h 54m, No direct Stafford	07:15 +1 Aberdare		Find Tickets
23:00 11h 15m, No direct Stafford	10:15 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Stafford to Aberdare train route details

First train

06:22

Last train

23:00

Departure station

Stafford

Arrival station

Aberdare

Journey time

3h 44m

Distance

151 km

Price

€99.63*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Stafford to Aberdare

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Stafford to Aberdare during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Stafford to Aberdare, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Stafford 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 Stafford to Aberdare more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Stafford to Aberdare train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Stafford to Aberdare train prices and times

Stafford to Aberdare train route details