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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Skewen is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Skewen is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Skewen?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Skewen. However, there are services departing from RAFA Club and arriving at BP Sports Club via Free Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Skewen?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Skewen. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Skewen via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Skewen?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Skewen is 58 miles. The road distance is 24.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Skewen without a car is to bus which takes 2h 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Skewen, including transfers.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Skewen bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from RAFA Club station.

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Skewen?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Skewen is to bus which takes 2h 33m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 3h.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Skewen bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Skewen bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Bulwark station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Skewen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Skewen?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Skewen is 25 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Skewen.

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

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Bulwarkbus T4
2. Take the bus from Free Street to BP Sports Clubbus T6
2h 33m
Drive 24.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Skewencar 24.6 mi
29 min
£6–9
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Skewentrain Cardiff Central - Milford Haven / ...
3h
£26–43
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Skewentaxi 24.6 mi
29 min
£50–65
Line 9 bus, line 8 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7 to Aberdare Bus Stationbus 9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station 10 to Woolpackbus 8
3. Take the bus from Woolpack to BP Sports Clubbus X7
3h 58m
£13–18

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Distance: 57.6 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a bus from RAFA Club to BP Sports Club via Bulwark and Free Street in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Skewen via Cardiff Central in around 3h.

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