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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea. However, there are services departing from RAFA Club and arriving at Sainsbury's Quay Parade via Free Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Swansea via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Swansea is 70 miles. The road distance is 31.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £27 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £27 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea is 32 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea 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 Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 8m
£28–56
Drive 31.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Swanseacar 31.3 mi
36 min
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Bulwarkbus T4
2. Take the bus from Free Street to Sainsbury's Quay Paradebus T6
2h 50m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Swanseataxi 31.3 mi
36 min
£70–90
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 Sainsbury's Quay Paradebus X7
4h 17m
£13–18

Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea by train

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Distance: 69.1 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea via Cardiff Central in around 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from RAFA Club to Sainsbury's Quay Parade via Bulwark and Free Street in around 2h 50m.

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