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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff University is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff University is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £6 - £9.

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

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 University?

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 University?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Cardiff University is 24 miles. The road distance is 25.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff University without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £8 - £13.

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

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 University bus from?

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff University?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff University is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £8 - £13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff University?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff University is 25 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff University.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff University - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff University by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
1h 11m
£8–13
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
1h 20m
£7–10
Drive 25.1 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Universitycar 25.1 mi
36 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Universitytaxi 25.1 mi
36 min
£110–140

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff University by train and foot

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Distance: 24.2 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £8–13 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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