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

The cheapest way to get from Neath to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Neath to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 26 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Neath and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Neath station to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Neath station and arriving at RAFA Club via Free Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Neath and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Neath to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Neath and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Neath to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Neath and Merthyr Tydfil is 62 miles. The road distance is 24.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Neath to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £24 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Neath to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Neath to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, depart from Neath station.

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

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

Train or bus from Neath to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Neath to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £24 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £13 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Neath to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Neath to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, arrive at Bulwark station.

Where does the Neath to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Neath to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Neath to Merthyr Tydfil is 24 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Neath to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Neath to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 21m
£24–48
Drive 24.2 mi
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1. Drive from Neath to Merthyr Tydfilcar 24.2 mi
26 min
£6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Neath station to Bulwarkbus T6
2. Take the bus from Free Street to RAFA Clubbus T4
2h 42m
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Neath to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 24.2 mi
26 min
£100–130
Bus, line 8 bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from Neath Bus Station Stand 9 to Co-opbus X7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Co-op to Aberdare Bus Stationbus 8
3. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station 12 to RAFA Clubbus 172 / ...
3h 48m
£12–18

Neath to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 61.5 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a train from Neath to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Neath station to RAFA Club via Bulwark and Free Street in around 2h 42m.

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