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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Porth is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Porth is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Porth?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Porth. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Pontypridd Road via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Porth?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Porth. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Porth via Pontypridd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Porth?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Porth is 16 miles. The road distance is 15.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Porth without a car is to bus which takes 42 min and costs £6 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 42 min to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Porth, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Porth?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Porth is to bus which takes 42 min and costs £6 - £10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £5 - £11 and takes 52 min.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Porth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Porth train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Porth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Pontypridd station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Porth?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Porth is 16 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Porth.

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Porth by bus, train, taxi, or car

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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 9 to Pontypridd Roadbus 120 / ...
42 min
£6–10
Drive 15.7 mi
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1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Porthcar 15.7 mi
22 min
£4–6
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypriddtrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Pontypridd to Porthtrain Cardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
52 min
£6–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Porthtaxi 15.7 mi
22 min
£35–45
Line 78 bus
1. Take the bus from Castle Bingo to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 4bus 78 / ...
1h 16m
£7–11

Merthyr Tydfil to Porth by bus

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Distance: 15.5 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

You can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Pontypridd Road via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 9 in around 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Porth via Pontypridd in around 52 min.

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