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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Caerphilly?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Caerphilly. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9 and arriving at Caerphilly Library / The Twyn via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Caerphilly?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Caerphilly via Cardiff Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Caerphilly is 30 miles. The road distance is 17.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs £11 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs £11 - £21. Alternatively, you can line 78 bus and line 120 bus, which costs £8 - £14 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 4.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly is 17 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly.

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

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Where can I stay near Caerphilly?

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Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 120 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly by train, bus, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Queen Streettrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Caerphillytrain Penarth - Caerphilly / ...
1h 22m
£11–21
Drive 17.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphillycar 17.1 mi
27 min
£5–6
Train, line 120 bus
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypriddtrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station South E5 to Caerphilly Library / The Twynbus 120
1h 39m
£8–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphillytaxi 17.1 mi
27 min
£35–45
Line 78 bus, line 120 bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 4bus 78 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 7 to Caerphilly Library / The Twynbus 120
2h 15m
£8–13
Line 53 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 to Hanbury Squarebus 53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hanbury Square to Caerphilly Library / The Twynbus C9 / ...
2h 24m
£10–16

Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly by train

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Distance: 30.1 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Caerphilly via Cardiff Queen Street in around 1h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9 to Caerphilly Library / The Twyn via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 7 in around 2h 15m.

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