What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Station?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Station is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Station?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Station is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Cardiff Central bus Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Merthyr Bus Station 8 station and arriving at Greyfriars Road GJ. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Cardiff Central bus Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Station?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Cardiff Central bus Station is 24 miles. The road distance is 24.7 miles.

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Station?

The train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central takes 1h 2m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Station?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Station is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £9 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Station bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Station bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GJ station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Station is 25 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Station.

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There are 4 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Station 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 / ...
1h 2m
£9–16
Drive 24.5 mi
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1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Stationcar 24.5 mi
35 min
£6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
1h 14m
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Stationtaxi 24.5 mi
35 min
£55–65

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central bus Station by train

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Distance: 23.7 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Cardiff Central bus Station, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Greyfriars Road GJ hourly. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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