What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch is to drive which takes 24 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Castell Coch?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Castell Coch. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station 8 and arriving at Ynys Bridge via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Castell Coch?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Taffs Well. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Castell Coch is 18 miles. The road distance is 19.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £5 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch?

The train from Merthyr Tydfil to Taffs Well takes 39 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch train from?

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch is to train which takes 52 min and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus and line 132 bus, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Taffs Well station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch is 19 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Taffs Welltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
52 min
£5–10
Bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8bus X4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 to Ynys Bridgebus 132
1h 9m
£7–12
Drive 19 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Cochcar 19 mi
24 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Cochtaxi 19 mi
24 min
£40–50

Merthyr Tydfil to Castell Coch by train and foot

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Distance: 17.6 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Taffs Well hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Castell Coch via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 and Ynys Bridge in around 1h 9m.

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