What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station 8 and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station via Cardiff North Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Port Talbot is 56 miles. The road distance is 30.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £22 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £22 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £16 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot is 30 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Swansea / ...
1h 58m
£23–43
Drive 30.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbotcar 30.2 mi
33 min
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Port Talbot Bus Stationbus Uk940
2h 55m
£10–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbottaxi 30.2 mi
33 min
£130–160
Line 9 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 7 to Aberdare Bus Stationbus 9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station 12 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7bus 172
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 5bus X1
4h 11m
£15–21

Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot by train

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Distance: 55.9 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Port Talbot, Wales?

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway via Cardiff Central in around 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Port Talbot Bus Station via Greyfriars Road GJ and Cardiff North Road in around 2h 55m.

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