What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil County Borough and Neath?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough station to Neath station. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station 2 and arriving at Neath station via Free Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil County Borough and Neath?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath. However, there are services departing from Rhymney and arriving at Neath via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil County Borough and Neath is 61 miles. The road distance is 26.6 miles.

How do I travel from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath without a car?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 1h 47m and costs £19 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath?

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath bus from?

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Merthyr Bus Station 2.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath train from?

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Rhymney station.

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath is to train via Cardiff which takes 1h 47m and costs £19 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £14 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Bulwark station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath is 27 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath.

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

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Rhymney to Cardiff Centraltrain Rhymney - Bridgend / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Neathtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 47m
£20–41
Drive 26.4 mi
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1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neathcar 26.4 mi
33 min
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 2 to Bulwarkbus T4
2. Take the bus from Free Street to Neath stationbus T6
2h 57m
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neathtaxi 26.4 mi
33 min
£110–150
Train
1. Take the train from Rhymney to Bridgendtrain Rhymney - Bridgend
2h 31m
£22–41

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to Neath by train

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Distance: 60.8 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil County Borough, Wales and Neath, Wales?

You can take a train from Rhymney to Neath via Cardiff Central in around 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station 2 to Neath station via Bulwark and Free Street in around 2h 57m.

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