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

The cheapest way to get from Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfil is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £45 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Maerdy and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Maerdy Court and arriving at RAFA Club via Aberdare Bus Station 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Maerdy and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Aberdare and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Maerdy and Merthyr Tydfil is 19 miles. The road distance is 9.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to line 172 bus and line 9 bus which takes 1h 26m and costs £6 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Maerdy Court station.

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

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

Train or bus from Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfil is to line 172 bus and line 9 bus which takes 1h 26m and costs £6 - £11. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £29 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

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

Where does the Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Merthyr Tydfil station.

Can I drive from Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfil is 9 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 712+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Maerdy 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 Maerdy Court to Aberdare Bus Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station 12 to RAFA Clubbus 172 / ...
1h 26m
£7–11
Drive 9.3 mi
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1. Drive from Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfilcar 9.3 mi
24 min
£3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil
2h 55m
£18–29
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 9.3 mi
24 min
£45–55

Maerdy to Merthyr Tydfil by bus

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Distance: 18.9 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Maerdy Court to RAFA Club via Aberdare Bus Station 12 in around 1h 26m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Aberdare to Merthyr Tydfil hourly. Tickets cost £15–25 and the journey takes 2h 11m.

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