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

The cheapest way to get from Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Penarth and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Windsor Terrace and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Wyndham Arcade JE and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Penarth and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Penarth and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Penarth and Merthyr Tydfil is 27 miles. The road distance is 28.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £10 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, depart from Windsor Terrace station.

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

Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £10 - £19. Alternatively, you can line 92 bus and bus, which costs £10 - £14 and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 7 station.

Where does the Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil is 28 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil - 4 ways to travel via train, line 92 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 37m
£10–18
Drive 28.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Penarth to Merthyr Tydfilcar 28.2 mi
41 min
£7–10
Line 92 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Windsor Terrace to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 7bus 92 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1bus X4
2h 14m
£11–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Penarth to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 28.2 mi
41 min
£60–75

Penarth to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 27.3 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil hourly. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Windsor Terrace to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 7, Wyndham Arcade JE, Customhouse Street JG, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 2h 14m.

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