What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale is to taxi which takes 33 min and costs £27 - £33.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Ferndale?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale. However, there are services departing from RAFA Club and arriving at Penuel via Aberdare Bus Station 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Ferndale is 19 miles. The road distance is 11.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale without a car is to train and line 124 bus which takes 1h 32m and costs £7 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale?

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale bus from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from RAFA Club station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Aberdare Bus Station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale is 12 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale.

Where can I stay near Ferndale?

There are 668+ hotels available in Ferndale.

Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 124 bus

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

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Train, line 124 bus
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypriddtrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the bus from Porth Interchange Bay 6 to Rhondda Hotelbus 132 / ...
1h 32m
£8–13
Drive 11.8 mi
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1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndalecar 11.8 mi
33 min
£3–5
Line 9 bus, line 172 bus
1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Aberdare Bus Stationbus 89 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station 12 to Penuelbus 172
2h 9m
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndaletaxi 11.8 mi
33 min
£27–33

Merthyr Tydfil to Ferndale by train and bus

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Distance: 19.1 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales?

You can take a bus from RAFA Club to Penuel via Aberdare Bus Station 12 in around 2h 9m.

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