What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Vale (Station) to Aberfan?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Vale (Station) to Aberfan is to line 81 bus via Walters Terrace which costs £1 - £3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Vale (Station) to Aberfan?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Vale (Station) to Aberfan is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs £5 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Vale (Station) and Aberfan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Canonie Crescent and arriving at Capel Smyrna. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3 min.

How far is it from Merthyr Vale (Station) to Aberfan?

The distance between Merthyr Vale (Station) and Aberfan is 1 miles.

How do I travel from Merthyr Vale (Station) to Aberfan without a car?

The best way to get from Merthyr Vale (Station) to Aberfan without a car is to line 81 bus which takes 12 min and costs £1 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Vale (Station) to Aberfan?

The line 81 bus from Canonie Crescent to Capel Smyrna takes 3 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Vale (Station) to Aberfan bus from?

Merthyr Vale (Station) to Aberfan bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Canonie Crescent station.

Where does the Merthyr Vale (Station) to Aberfan bus arrive?

Merthyr Vale (Station) to Aberfan bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Capel Smyrna station.

Where can I stay near Aberfan?

There are 632+ hotels available in Aberfan.

Merthyr Vale (Station) to Aberfan - 4 ways to travel via line 81 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Merthyr Vale (Station) to Aberfan by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 81 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Canonie Crescent to Capel Smyrnabus 81
12 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Vale (Station) to Aberfantaxi 1.2 mi
3 min
£5–7
Walk
1. Take the foot from Merthyr Vale (Station) to Aberfanwalk 4,200 ft
15 min
Line 81 bus via Walters Terrace
1. Take the bus from Walters Terrace to Capel Smyrnabus 81
13 min
£1–3

Merthyr Vale (Station) to Aberfan by foot and bus

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Distance: 1 mi
Duration: 12 min

What companies run services between Merthyr Vale (Station), Wales and Aberfan, Wales?

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Canonie Crescent to Capel Smyrna every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 3 min.

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