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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Treforest is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Treforest is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Treforest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 14 station and arriving at Ynysangharad Park Gates. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Treforest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Trefforest. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Treforest?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Treforest is 12 miles. The road distance is 13.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Treforest without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £9.

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

The train from Merthyr Tydfil to Trefforest takes 29 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Treforest?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Treforest is to train which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 33 min.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Treforest bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Treforest train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Treforest train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Trefforest station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Treforest?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Treforest is 13 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Treforest.

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

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Where can I stay near Treforest?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Trefforesttrain Merthyr Tydfil - Cardiff Central / ...
29 min
£5–9
Drive 13.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Treforestcar 13.3 mi
18 min
£4–5
Bus
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 7 to Glyntaff Campusbus 120 / ...
33 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Treforesttaxi 13.3 mi
18 min
£30–40
Line 78 bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 14 to Ynysangharad Park Gatesbus 78 / ...
58 min
£5–8

Merthyr Tydfil to Treforest by train

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Distance: 12.3 mi
Duration: 29 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Trefforest hourly. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Glyntaff Campus via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 7 in around 33 min.

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