What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £22 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Merthyr Dyfan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Westgate Street KP and arriving at Winston Square. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan?

The distance between Cardiff and Merthyr Dyfan is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan without a car is to bus which takes 41 min and costs £1 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan?

The bus from Westgate Street KP to Winston Square takes 41 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan bus from?

Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, depart from Westgate Street KP station.

Where does the Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan bus arrive?

Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, arrive at Winston Square station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan is 9 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Dyfan?

There are 1529+ hotels available in Merthyr Dyfan.

Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan by bus, train, taxi, or car

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1. Take the bus from Westgate Street KP to Winston Squarebus 96
41 min
£1–3
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barrytrain Rhymney - Bridgend / ...
2. Take the bus from Barry Hotel to Barry Hospitalbus 96
41 min
£4–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfantaxi 9.1 mi
16 min
£22–27
Drive 9.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfancar 9.1 mi
16 min
£3–4

Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan by bus

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Distance: 8.6 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Merthyr Dyfan, Wales?

Cardiff Bus operates a bus from Westgate Street KP to Winston Square every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 41 min. First South & West Wales also services this route hourly.

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