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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdare is to line 172 bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdare is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kirkhouse Memorial Hall and arriving at Gadlys Terrace. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Aberdare. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdare?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare is 7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdare without a car is to line 172 bus which takes 23 min and costs £3 - £5.

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

The line 172 bus from Kirkhouse Memorial Hall to Gadlys Terrace takes 23 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdare bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Kirkhouse Memorial Hall station.

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdare is to line 172 bus which takes 23 min and costs £3 - £5. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £26 and takes 2h 7m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdare bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdare bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Gadlys Terrace station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdare train arrive?

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

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdare by bus, train, taxi, or foot

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Line 172 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kirkhouse Memorial Hall to Gadlys Terracebus 89 / ...
23 min
£3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdaretrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare
2h 7m
£15–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdaretaxi 5.2 mi
18 min
£28–35
Walk
1. Take the walk from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdarewalk 4.7 mi
1h 30m

Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdare by bus

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Distance: 6.6 mi
Duration: 23 min

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

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Kirkhouse Memorial Hall to Gadlys Terrace hourly. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdare hourly. Tickets cost £15–26 and the journey takes 2h 7m.

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