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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoed is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoed is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Pencoed?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Pencoed. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Pencoed War Memorial via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Pencoed?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoed. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Pencoed via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoed?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Pencoed is 40 miles. The road distance is 24 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoed without a car is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £15 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoed, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoed?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoed is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £15 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus and line 404 bus, which costs £9 - £14 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoed bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoed train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoed?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoed is 24 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoed.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoed - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 404 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoed 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 / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pencoedtrain Newport / ...
1h 47m
£16–27
Drive 23.9 mi
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1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoedcar 23.9 mi
43 min
£6–9
Bus, line 404 bus
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 10 to Pencoed War Memorialbus 404
2h 2m
£9–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoedtaxi 23.9 mi
43 min
£50–65

Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoed by train

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Distance: 40 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Pencoed, Bridgend, Wales?

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Pencoed via Cardiff Central in around 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Pencoed War Memorial via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 10 in around 2h 2m.

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