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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Glyntaff is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Glyntaff is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £29 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Glyntaff?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Glyntaff. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Glyntaff Campus via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Glyntaff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Trefforest. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Glyntaff?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Glyntaff is 14 miles. The road distance is 12.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Glyntaff without a car is to bus which takes 37 min and costs £6 - £9.

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

It takes approximately 37 min to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Glyntaff, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Glyntaff?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Glyntaff is to bus which takes 37 min and costs £6 - £9. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £5 - £9 and takes 38 min.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Glyntaff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Glyntaff train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Glyntaff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Trefforest station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Glyntaff?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Glyntaff is 13 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Glyntaff.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8bus X4 / ...
37 min
£6–9
Drive 12.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Glyntaffcar 12.8 mi
17 min
£4–5
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Trefforesttrain Merthyr Tydfil - Cardiff Central / ...
38 min
£5–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Glyntafftaxi 12.8 mi
17 min
£29–35
Train via Pontypridd
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypriddtrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
47 min
£4–8

Merthyr Tydfil to Glyntaff by bus and foot

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Distance: 13.6 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 hourly. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Trefforest hourly. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 29 min.

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