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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Newport?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Newport station. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station 8 and arriving at Newport Train Station via Cardiff North Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Newport?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Newport (S Wales) via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Newport is 36 miles. The road distance is 25.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £11 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £11 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £13 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Newport bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Newport train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Newport is 26 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport.

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

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Where can I stay near Newport?

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There are 5 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport 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 / ...
1h 18m
£11–22
Drive 25.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Newportcar 25.7 mi
44 min
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newport Train Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2h 3m
£8–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Newporttaxi 25.7 mi
44 min
£110–140
Line 76 bus, line 56 bus
1. Take the bus from Trevithick Memorial to Tredegar Lidl Stand 1bus 76
2. Take the bus from Tredegar Lidl Stand 1 to Queensway Q1bus 56
2h 17m
£10–15

Merthyr Tydfil to Newport by train

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Distance: 35.3 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £8–13 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Newport Train Station via Greyfriars Road GJ and Cardiff North Road in around 2h 3m.

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