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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Greyfriars Road GJ and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station 1 station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cathays and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Cardiff and Merthyr Tydfil is 23 miles. The road distance is 23.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £9 - £15.

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

The train from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil takes 55 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Greyfriars Road GJ station.

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 55 min and costs £9 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 59 min.

Where does the Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station 1.

Where does the Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil is 24 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil?

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Cardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
55 min
£9–15
Drive 23.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfilcar 23.8 mi
32 min
£6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus X4
59 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 23.8 mi
32 min
£50–65

Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 22.4 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil hourly. Tickets cost £9–15 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station 1 hourly. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 59 min.

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