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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Machen is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Machen is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Machen?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Machen. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9 and arriving at Dranllwyn Lane via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 7 and Caerphilly Interchange Stand 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Machen?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Machen. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Caerphilly via Cardiff Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Machen?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Machen is 35 miles. The road distance is 19.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Machen without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £13 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Machen, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Machen?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Machen is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £13 - £25. Alternatively, you can line 78 bus and line 120 bus, which costs £11 - £18 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Machen bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Machen bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 4.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Machen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Machen?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Machen is 20 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Machen.

Where can I stay near Machen?

There are 1776+ hotels available in Machen.

Merthyr Tydfil to Machen - 5 ways to travel via train, line 120 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Machen 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 / ...
2h 6m
£13–25
Drive 19.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Machencar 19.7 mi
30 min
£5–7
Train, line 120 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypriddtrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station South E5 to Caerphilly Interchange Stand 7bus 120
3. Take the bus from Caerphilly Interchange Stand 6 to Dranllwyn Lanebus 50A / ...
2h 24m
£10–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Machentaxi 19.7 mi
30 min
£75–90
Line 78 bus, line 120 bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 4bus 78 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 7 to Caerphilly Interchange Stand 7bus 120
3h 1m
£11–17

Merthyr Tydfil to Machen by train and bus

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Distance: 34.7 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Machen, 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 9 to Dranllwyn Lane via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 7 and Caerphilly Interchange Stand 6 in around 3h 1m.

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