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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Aberkenfig?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Aberkenfig. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Park Road via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 10 and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Aberkenfig?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Sarn via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Aberkenfig is 46 miles. The road distance is 27 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £18 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig, including transfers.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 10.

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 404 bus, which costs £13 - £19 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Bridgend Bus Station Stand 8.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig is 27 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig - 5 ways to travel via train, line 404 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig 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 Sarntrain Cardiff Central - Maesteg / ...
2h 17m
£19–32
Drive 26.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfigcar 26.8 mi
48 min
£7–10
Line 404 bus
1. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 10 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 8bus 404
2h 46m
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfigtaxi 26.8 mi
48 min
£55–70
Line 9 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 12 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7bus 172
3h 31m
£15–21

Merthyr Tydfil to Aberkenfig by train

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Distance: 46.1 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Sarn via Cardiff Central in around 2h 17m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 10 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 8 hourly. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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