The average bus between Skewen and Merthyr Tydfil takes 2h 48m and the fastest bus takes 2h 29m. The bus service runs several times per day from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Skewen and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 9:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Skewen is at 7:54 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 11:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Neath Bus Station 7 and take an average of 2h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 33m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Skewen station and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil station via Bulwark. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.
Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Neath station.
Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at RAFA Club station.
The distance between Skewen and Merthyr Tydfil is 33.9 km. The road distance is 92 km.
You can take a bus from Winifred Road to RAFA Club via Neath Bus Station 7, Neath station, Bulwark, and Free Street in around 3h 7m.