What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 48 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Cardiff Bay (Water)?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Prospect Place via Kingsway GR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Cardiff Bay (Water)?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Cardiff Bay via Pontypridd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Cardiff Bay (Water) is 24 miles. The road distance is 29 miles.

How do I travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £9 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water) train from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Tydfil station.

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £9 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus and line 9 bus, which costs £9 - £12 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GJ station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water) train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Pontypridd station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water) is 29 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water).

How do I get a train ticket from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay (Water)?

There are 1717+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay (Water).

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water) - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water) by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypriddtrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Pontypridd to Cardiff Baytrain Pontypridd - Cardiff Bay / ...
1h 14m
£10–17
Drive 28.8 mi
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1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water)car 28.8 mi
48 min
£7–11
Bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
2. Take the bus from Kingsway GR to Prospect Placebus 9
1h 34m
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water)taxi 28.8 mi
48 min
£60–75

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay (Water) by train

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Distance: 24.1 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Cardiff Bay (Water), Wales?

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay via Pontypridd in around 1h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Prospect Place via Greyfriars Road GJ and Kingsway GR in around 1h 34m.

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