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

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgend and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Nolton Street and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Bridgend and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Bridgend and Merthyr Tydfil is 44 miles. The road distance is 30.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Nolton Street station.

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

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

Train or bus from Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 404 bus and bus, which costs £11 - £17 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6.

Where does the Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil is 31 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil - 5 ways to travel via train, line 404 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Cardiff Centraltrain Maesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 53m
£17–33
Drive 30.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfilcar 30.5 mi
43 min
£8–11
Line 404 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Nolton Street to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6bus 404
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1bus X4
2h 25m
£11–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 30.5 mi
43 min
£65–80
Bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Aberdare Bus Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 12 to RAFA Clubbus 172 / ...
2h 42m
£12–18

Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 43.8 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

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

You can take a train from Bridgend to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nolton Street to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 in around 2h 25m.

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