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

The cheapest way to get from Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Llanelli and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Llanelli station to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at RAFA Club via Swansea Bus Station Stand F and Free Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Llanelli and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Llanelli and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Llanelli and Merthyr Tydfil is 81 miles. The road distance is 41.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5.

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

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

Train or bus from Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can line 111 bus and bus, which costs £12 - £17 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand P.

Where does the Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil is 42 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil - 5 ways to travel via train, line 111 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Llanelli to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 46m
£32–63
Drive 41.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfilcar 41.7 mi
47 min
£11–15
Line 111 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 to Swansea Bus Station Stand Pbus 111
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand F to Bulwarkbus T6
4h 33m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 41.7 mi
47 min
£180–220
Line 111 bus, bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 to Swansea Bus Station Stand Pbus 111
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand E to Co-opbus X7
3. Take the bus from Co-op to Aberdare Bus Stationbus 8
5h 26m
£15–21

Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 80.3 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 to RAFA Club via Swansea Bus Station Stand P, Swansea Bus Station Stand F, Bulwark, and Free Street in around 4h 33m.

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