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

The cheapest way to get from Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Hereford and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Broad Street and arriving at RAFA Club via Brecon Interchange 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Hereford and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Hereford and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Hereford and Merthyr Tydfil is 59 miles. The road distance is 43.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Sargeants Bros., depart from Broad Street station.

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

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

Train or bus from Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Sargeants Bros., arrive at Brecon Interchange station.

Where does the Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil is 43 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Broad Street to Brecon Interchangebus X44
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 1 to RAFA Clubbus T4
2h 30m
Drive 43 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hereford to Merthyr Tydfilcar 43 mi
54 min
£11–16
Train
1. Take the train from Hereford to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 30m
£31–53
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hereford to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 43 mi
54 min
£130–170
Bus via Abergavenny
1. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
2h 39m
£17–27
Line 23 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Maylord Shopping Centre to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3bus 23
2. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
2h 59m
£14–21

Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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2h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 58.3 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Hereford, England and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a bus from Broad Street to RAFA Club via Brecon Interchange 1 in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Hereford to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 2h 30m.

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