What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Barry and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Merthyr Tydfil is 38 miles. The road distance is 30.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £15 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil bus from?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Cardiff Airport station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil train from?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Barry station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £15 - £25. Alternatively, you can line 304 bus and bus, which costs £10 - £13 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Customhouse Street JW station.

Where does the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil is 30 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 734+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Merthyr Tydfil. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Centraltrain Bridgend - Rhymney / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 24m
£15–25
Drive 30.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfilcar 30.1 mi
51 min
£8–11
Line 304 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 49m
£12–19
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff-CWL to Merthyr Tydfilrideshare 30.1 mi
51 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 30.1 mi
51 min
£60–80
Line 304 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Customhouse Street JWbus 304
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus X4
3h 11m
£10–13

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Merthyr Tydfil by bus and train

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Distance: 37.8 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Cardiff Airport (CWL), Wales and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a bus from Cardiff Airport to Merthyr Tydfil via Barry Hotel, Barry, and Cardiff Central in around 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff Airport to Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Customhouse Street JW and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 3h 11m.

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