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 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 47m.

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 47m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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.

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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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 739+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil by train, car, or taxi

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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 47m
£32–65
Drive 41.7 mi
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1. Drive from Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfilcar 41.7 mi
47 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 41.7 mi
47 min
£90–120

Llanelli to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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2h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 80.3 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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 47m.

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