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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan is to train which costs £1 - £3 and takes 9 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan is to train which takes 9 min and costs £1 - £3.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Aberfan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9 station and arriving at Coventry Playground. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Aberfan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Merthyr Vale. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Aberfan is 5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan without a car is to train which takes 9 min and costs £1 - £3.

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

The train from Merthyr Tydfil to Merthyr Vale takes 9 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9.

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan is to train which takes 9 min and costs £1 - £3. Alternatively, you can line 78 bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 16 min.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Coventry Playground station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan train arrive?

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

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan - 4 ways to travel via train, line 78 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Merthyr Valetrain Merthyr Tydfil - Cardiff Central / ...
9 min
£1–3
Line 78 bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9 to Coventry Playgroundbus 79 / ...
16 min
£2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfantaxi 4.8 mi
13 min
£13–16
Walk
1. Take the foot from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfanwalk 4.7 mi
1h 30m

Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan by train

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Distance: 4.5 mi
Duration: 9 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Merthyr Vale hourly. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 9 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9 to Coventry Playground every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 16 min.

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