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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Talybont is to bus via Newtown which costs £12 - £17 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Talybont is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Talybont?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Talybont. However, there are services departing from RAFA Club and arriving at Tal-y-bont Square via Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Talybont?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Talybont. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Machynlleth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Talybont?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Talybont is 117 miles. The road distance is 83.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Talybont without a car is to bus via Newtown which takes 6h 2m and costs £12 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Talybont, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Talybont?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Talybont is to bus via Newtown which takes 6h 2m and costs £12 - £17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £120 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Talybont bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Talybont bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Talybont train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Talybont?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Talybont is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Talybont.

Where can I stay near Talybont?

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Merthyr Tydfil to Talybont - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus via Newtown
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1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
6h 2m
£12–16
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
7h 7m
£65–112
Drive 82.6 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Talybontcar 82.6 mi
1h 53m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
7h 44m

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Distance: 116 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Talybont, Ceredigion, Wales?

You can take a bus from RAFA Club to Tal-y-bont Square via Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot in around 6h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Tal-y-bont Square via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury, Machynlleth, and Bus Depot in around 7h 7m.

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