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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanelli is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanelli is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Llanelli station. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station 8 and arriving at Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Cardiff North Road and Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Llanelli via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanelli?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Llanelli is 81 miles. The road distance is 41.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanelli without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanelli, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanelli is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 111 bus via Cardiff, which costs £14 - £20 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Llanelli bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Llanelli bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Law Courts RJ station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Llanelli train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Llanelli is 42 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanelli.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Llanelli - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 111 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llanellitrain Bristol Temple Meads - Haverfordwest / ...
2h 44m
£31–66
Drive 41.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanellicar 41.6 mi
47 min
£11–15
Bus, line 111 bus via Cardiff
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Law Courts RJbus X4
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
4h 13m
£14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanellitaxi 41.6 mi
47 min
£180–220
Bus, line 111 bus
1. Take the bus from Free Street to Swansea Bus Station Stand Fbus T6
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
4h 48m
£13–16

Merthyr Tydfil to Llanelli by train

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Distance: 80.3 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanelli via Cardiff Central in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Cardiff North Road and Swansea Bus Station Stand P in around 4h 13m.

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