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

The cheapest way to get from Cowbridge to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cowbridge to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Cowbridge and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Cowbridge to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Cowbridge Town Hall and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 12 and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Cowbridge to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Cowbridge and Merthyr Tydfil is 44 miles. The road distance is 25.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cowbridge to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 15m and costs £12 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Cowbridge to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Cowbridge to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Cowbridge Town Hall station.

Where does the Cowbridge to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Cowbridge to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 station.

Can I drive from Cowbridge to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Cowbridge to Merthyr Tydfil is 26 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Cowbridge to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 739+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Cowbridge to Merthyr Tydfil - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cowbridge Town Hall to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 15m
£12–20
Drive 25.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cowbridge to Merthyr Tydfilcar 25.5 mi
43 min
£7–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cowbridge Town Hall to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Tydfil Collegebus X4
2h 54m
£12–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cowbridge to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 25.5 mi
43 min
£120–150
Bus, train via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5
1. Take the bus from Town Hall to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5bus X2
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
2h 27m
£20–38

Cowbridge to Merthyr Tydfil by bus and train

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Distance: 43.8 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Cowbridge Town Hall to Merthyr Tydfil College via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2, Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 12, Kingsway GB, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 2h 54m.

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