What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £21 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Mountain Ash?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Mountain Ash. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Oxford Street via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Mountain Ash?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Mountain Ash. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Mountain Ash is 20 miles. The road distance is 8.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash without a car is to bus and line 61 bus which takes 1h 1m and costs £7 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash?

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash train from?

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash is to bus and line 61 bus which takes 1h 1m and costs £7 - £11. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £29 and takes 1h 53m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Mountain Ash station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash is 9 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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Bus, line 61 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8bus X4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2 to Oxford Streetbus 61 / ...
1h 1m
£7–11
Drive 8.7 mi
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1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ashcar 8.7 mi
24 min
£3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ashtrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare
1h 53m
£17–29
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ashtaxi 8.7 mi
24 min
£21–25

Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash by bus

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Distance: 19.7 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Mountain Ash, Wales?

You can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Oxford Street via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2 in around 1h 1m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Mountain Ash hourly. Tickets cost £17–29 and the journey takes 1h 53m.

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