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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishen is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishen is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Llanishen?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Llanishen. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Nat West via Kingsway GR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Llanishen?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishen. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Llanishen via Cardiff Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishen?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Llanishen is 27 miles. The road distance is 22.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishen without a car is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs £10 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 13m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishen, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishen?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishen is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs £10 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus and line 28 bus, which costs £9 - £12 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishen bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishen bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GJ station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishen?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishen is 22 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishen.

Where can I stay near Llanishen?

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Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 28 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Queen Streettrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
1h 13m
£10–19
Drive 22 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishencar 22 mi
30 min
£6–8
Bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
2. Take the bus from Kingsway GR to Nat Westbus 28
2h 5m
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishentaxi 22 mi
30 min
£50–60
Train, line 28 bus
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Queen Streettrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the bus from Lower Churchill Way HG to Llanishen Church Heol Hirbus 28 / ...
2h 1m
£11–18

Merthyr Tydfil to Llanishen by train

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Distance: 26.6 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Llanishen, Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Queen Street hourly. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 57 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Nat West via Greyfriars Road GJ and Kingsway GR in around 2h 5m.

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