What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Aberavon Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach. However, there are services departing from RAFA Club and arriving at Western Avenue School via Free Street and Neath Bus Station Stand 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Aberavon Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Aberavon Beach is 59 miles. The road distance is 29.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £25 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach bus from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from RAFA Club station.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach train from?

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Bulwark station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach is 30 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach.

Where can I stay near Aberavon Beach?

There are 1172+ hotels available in Aberavon Beach.

Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Swansea / ...
2h 38m
£26–46
Drive 29.4 mi
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1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beachcar 29.4 mi
34 min
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Bulwarkbus T4
2. Take the bus from Free Street to Neath stationbus T6
3h 22m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beachtaxi 29.4 mi
34 min
£60–75
Line 9 bus, line 8 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7 to Aberdare Bus Stationbus 9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station 10 to Woolpackbus 8
3. Take the bus from Woolpack to Neath Bus Station Stand 7bus X7 / ...
4h 30m
£16–21

Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 58.7 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Aberavon Beach, Wales?

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberavon Beach via Cardiff Central, Port Talbot Parkway, Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6, and Romney Road in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from RAFA Club to Aberavon Beach via Bulwark, Free Street, Neath station, Neath Bus Station Stand 10, and Western Avenue School in around 3h 22m.

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