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

The cheapest way to get from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Cathays and Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North Road Clinic and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station 1 station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Cathays and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Queen Street and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Cathays and Merthyr Tydfil is 23 miles. The road distance is 22.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to bus which takes 53 min and costs £6 - £10.

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

The bus from North Road Clinic to Merthyr Bus Station 1 takes 53 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from North Road Clinic station.

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

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

Train or bus from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which takes 53 min and costs £6 - £10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £9 - £16 and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil is 23 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 721+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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

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1. Take the bus from North Road Clinic to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus X4
53 min
£6–10
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 42m
£10–16
Drive 22.5 mi
1. Drive from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfilcar 22.5 mi
30 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 22.5 mi
30 min
£100–130

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Distance: 22.5 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from North Road Clinic to Merthyr Bus Station 1 hourly. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 53 min. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil hourly. Tickets cost £8–13 and the journey takes 59 min.

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