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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfa is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfa is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Gabalfa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Merthyr Bus Station 8 station and arriving at St Josephs Convent. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Gabalfa?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfa. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Cardiff Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfa?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Gabalfa is 24 miles. The road distance is 22 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfa without a car is to bus which takes 56 min and costs £7 - £10.

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

The bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to St Josephs Convent takes 56 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

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

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

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfa train from?

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfa?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfa is to bus which takes 56 min and costs £7 - £10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £10 - £15 and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfa bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfa bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at St Josephs Convent station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfa?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfa is 22 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfa.

Where can I stay near Gabalfa?

There are 1795+ hotels available in Gabalfa.

Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfa - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfa by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to St Josephs Conventbus X4
56 min
£7–10
Drive 21.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfacar 21.9 mi
29 min
£6–8
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Taffs Welltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the bus from Taffs Well station to St Josephs Conventbus 400
1h 11m
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfataxi 21.9 mi
29 min
£95–120
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
1h 18m
£10–15

Merthyr Tydfil to Gabalfa by bus

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Distance: 23.6 mi
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Gabalfa, Wales?

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to St Josephs Convent every 3 hours. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £8–13 and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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