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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £27 - £33.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Gelligaer?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Gelligaer. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9 and arriving at Gelligaer Community Centre via Nelson Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Gelligaer?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Ystrad Mynach via Cardiff Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Gelligaer is 13 miles. The road distance is 12 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer without a car is to line 78 bus which takes 1h 3m and costs £6 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer, including transfers.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9.

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer is to line 78 bus which takes 1h 3m and costs £6 - £10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £28 and takes 2h.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Nelson Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer is 12 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer.

Where can I stay near Gelligaer?

There are 1887+ hotels available in Gelligaer.

Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer - 5 ways to travel via train, line 78 bus, and taxi

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

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Line 78 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9 to Nelson Bus Station Stand 2bus 78
1h 3m
£6–10
Drive 11.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaercar 11.9 mi
18 min
£3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Queen Streettrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Ystrad Mynachtrain Bridgend - Rhymney / ...
2h
£16–28
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaertaxi 11.9 mi
18 min
£27–33
Line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 to Hanbury Squarebus 53 / ...
1h 51m
£6–9

Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer by bus

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9 to Nelson Bus Station Stand 2 hourly. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Gelligaer Community Centre via Cardiff Queen Street, Ystrad Mynach, and Ystrad Mynach Station in around 2h.

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