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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontneddfechan is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontneddfechan is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £60 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Pontneddfechan?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontneddfechan. However, there are services departing from RAFA Club and arriving at Cefn Rhigos Turn via Aberdare Bus Station 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontneddfechan?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Pontneddfechan is 30 miles. The road distance is 13.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontneddfechan without a car is to line 9 bus and line 8 bus which takes 2h 42m and costs £24 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontneddfechan, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Pontneddfechan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontneddfechan?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Pontneddfechan is 14 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontneddfechan.

Where can I stay near Pontneddfechan?

There are 541+ hotels available in Pontneddfechan.

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

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

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Line 9 bus, line 8 bus
best
1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Aberdare Bus Stationbus 89 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station 10 to Cefn Rhigos Turnbus 8
2h 42m
£25–33
Drive 13.6 mi
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1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontneddfechancar 13.6 mi
17 min
£4–5
Train, line 8 bus
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberdaretrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station 10 to Cefn Rhigos Turnbus 8
3h 56m
£36–52
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontneddfechantaxi 13.6 mi
17 min
£60–80

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Distance: 29.9 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

You can take a bus from RAFA Club to Pontneddfechan via Aberdare Bus Station 10 and Cefn Rhigos Turn in around 2h 42m.

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