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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Hengoed is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Hengoed is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Hengoed?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Hengoed. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9 and arriving at Ystrad Mynach Library via Nelson Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Hengoed?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Hengoed. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Hengoed via Cardiff Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Hengoed?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Hengoed is 13 miles. The road distance is 12.5 miles.

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

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

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

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Hengoed, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Hengoed?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Hengoed is to line 78 bus which takes 1h 6m and costs £6 - £10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £25 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Hengoed bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Hengoed train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Hengoed?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Hengoed is 13 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Hengoed.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Hengoed - 6 ways to travel via train, line 78 bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Hengoed 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 6m
£6–10
Drive 12.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Hengoedcar 12.5 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 Hengoedtrain Cardiff Central - Rhymney / ...
1h 40m
£14–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Hengoedtaxi 12.5 mi
18 min
£28–35
Line 51 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trevithick Memorial to The Squarebus 51
2. Take the train from Pontlottyn to Hengoedtrain Rhymney - Barry Island / ...
1h 22m
£6–11
Line 53 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 to Hanbury Squarebus 53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hanbury Square to Hawthorn Avenuebus C9
2h 11m
£9–14

Merthyr Tydfil to Hengoed by bus

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Distance: 13 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Hengoed, 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 Hengoed via Cardiff Queen Street in around 1h 40m.

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