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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Maerdy?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy. However, there are services departing from RAFA Club and arriving at Maerdy Court via Aberdare Bus Station 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Maerdy?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Aberdare via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Maerdy is 18 miles. The road distance is 9.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy without a car is to line 9 bus and line 172 bus which takes 1h 37m and costs £6 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy, including transfers.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from RAFA Club station.

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy is to line 9 bus and line 172 bus which takes 1h 37m and costs £6 - £11. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £29 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Aberdare Bus Station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Aberdare station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy is 10 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy.

Where can I stay near Maerdy?

There are 655+ hotels available in Maerdy.

Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 9 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdy by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 9 bus, line 172 bus
best
1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Aberdare Bus Stationbus 89 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station 12 to Maerdy Courtbus 172
1h 37m
£7–10
Drive 9.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdycar 9.8 mi
26 min
£3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdaretrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare
2h 51m
£18–29
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Maerdytaxi 9.8 mi
26 min
£45–60

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Distance: 18 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Maerdy, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales?

You can take a bus from RAFA Club to Maerdy Court via Aberdare Bus Station 12 in around 1h 37m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdare hourly. Tickets cost £15–25 and the journey takes 2h 7m.

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