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

The cheapest way to get from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Caerleon and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Caerleon PO and arriving at Trevithick Memorial via Cwmbran Bus Station Stand G and Ebbw Vale Learning Zone Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Caerleon and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Newport (S Wales) and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Caerleon and Merthyr Tydfil is 39 miles. The road distance is 29.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £13 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Newport Bus, depart from Caerleon PO station.

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

Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £13 - £27. Alternatively, you can line 29 bus and bus and line 76 bus, which costs and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Newport Bus, arrive at Cwmbran Bus Station Stand H.

Where does the Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil is 30 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 739+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil - 5 ways to travel via train, line 29 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 9m
£14–27
Drive 29.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfilcar 29.4 mi
50 min
£8–11
Line 29 bus, bus, line 76 bus
1. Take the bus from Caerleon PO to Cwmbran Bus Station Stand Hbus 29A / ...
2. Take the bus from Cwmbran Bus Station Stand G to Ebbw Vale Learning Zone Stand 5bus X2
3. Take the bus from Ebbw Vale Learning Zone Stand 4 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
2h 48m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 29.4 mi
50 min
£100–130
Line 56 bus
1. Take the bus from Market Square 20 to Tredegar Lidl Stand 1bus 56
2h 51m
£10–15

Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 39 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil hourly. Tickets cost £9–17 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caerleon PO to Trevithick Memorial via Cwmbran Bus Station Stand G and Ebbw Vale Learning Zone Stand 4 in around 2h 48m.

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