What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil is to line 9 bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil?

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £13 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Little Theatre and arriving at RAFA Club. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aberdare and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Aberdare and Merthyr Tydfil is 12 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to line 9 bus which takes 42 min and costs £4 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil?

The line 9 bus from Little Theatre to RAFA Club takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil bus from?

Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Little Theatre station.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil train from?

Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberdare station.

Train or bus from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil is to line 9 bus which takes 42 min and costs £4 - £7. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at RAFA Club station.

Where does the Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Merthyr Tydfil station.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil?

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil - 4 ways to travel via train, line 9 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil by bus, train, taxi, or foot

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Line 9 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Little Theatre to RAFA Clubbus 172 / ...
42 min
£4–7
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil
2h 11m
£18–35
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 4.8 mi
17 min
£13–16
Walk
1. Take the foot from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfilwalk 4.7 mi
1h 30m

Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil by bus

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Distance: 12.3 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Aberdare, Wales and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Little Theatre to RAFA Club every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil hourly. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 2h 11m.

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