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

The cheapest way to get from Ferndale to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ferndale to Merthyr Tydfil is to taxi which takes 31 min and costs £26 - £32.

Is there a direct bus between Ferndale and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Ferndale to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Rhondda Hotel and arriving at RAFA Club via Aberdare Bus Station 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Ferndale to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Ferndale and Merthyr Tydfil is 21 miles. The road distance is 11.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ferndale to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to line 172 bus and line 9 bus which takes 1h 25m and costs £7 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Ferndale to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Ferndale to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Rhondda Hotel station.

Where does the Ferndale to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ferndale to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Ferndale to Merthyr Tydfil is 11 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Ferndale to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 733+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Ferndale to Merthyr Tydfil - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 172 bus

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

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Line 172 bus, line 9 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rhondda Hotel to Aberdare Bus Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station 12 to RAFA Clubbus 172 / ...
1h 25m
£7–12
Drive 11.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ferndale to Merthyr Tydfilcar 11.3 mi
31 min
£3–4
Line 124 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Penuel to Porth Interchange Bay 5bus 132 / ...
2. Take the train from Pontypridd to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 41m
£8–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ferndale to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 11.3 mi
31 min
£26–32

Ferndale to Merthyr Tydfil by bus

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1h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 20.9 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a bus from Rhondda Hotel to RAFA Club via Aberdare Bus Station 12 in around 1h 25m.

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