What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Cardiff Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 station and arriving at Law Courts RJ. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Cardiff Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Cathays. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Cardiff Castle is 23 miles. The road distance is 23.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £9 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle?

The train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cathays takes 52 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle bus from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £9 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Law Courts RJ station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle is 23 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cathaystrain Merthyr Tydfil - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 4m
£9–16
Drive 23.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castlecar 23.1 mi
31 min
£6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Law Courts RJbus X4
1h 5m
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castletaxi 23.1 mi
31 min
£50–65
Train via Cardiff Queen Street
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Queen Streettrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
1h 13m
£9–16
Train via Cardiff Central
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
1h 15m
£9–16

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 23 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Cardiff Castle, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cathays hourly. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Law Courts RJ every 3 hours. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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