What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Blaenau Ffestiniog?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog station. However, there are services departing from RAFA Club and arriving at Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C via Newtown Bus Station, Bus Depot and Minffordd Ffestiniog station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Blaenau Ffestiniog?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Blaenau Ffestiniog via Cardiff Central and Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Blaenau Ffestiniog is 154 miles. The road distance is 117.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog without a car is to bus which takes 7h 33m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog?

It takes approximately 7h 33m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog train from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog is to bus which takes 7h 33m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £95 - £180 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Llandudno Junction station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Minffordd stationbus T2
7h 33m
Drive 116.7 mi
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1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniogcar 116.7 mi
2h 52m
£29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llandudno Junctiontrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain Llandudno - Blaenau Ffestiniog / ...
7h 57m
£100–174

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Distance: 153.4 mi
Duration: 7h 33m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Blaenau Ffestiniog, Wales?

You can take a bus from RAFA Club to Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C via Newtown Bus Station, Bus Depot, and Minffordd Ffestiniog station in around 7h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Blaenau Ffestiniog via Cardiff Central and Llandudno Junction in around 7h 57m.

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