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

The cheapest way to get from Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £26 - £32.

Is there a direct bus between Pengam and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Fair View and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Church Terrace. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Pengam and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Pengam and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Pengam and Merthyr Tydfil is 14 miles. The road distance is 11.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train and line 51 bus which takes 1h 35m and costs £5 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Church Terrace station.

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

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

Train or bus from Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £15 - £27. Alternatively, you can line 53 bus, which costs £5 - £8 and takes 1h 53m.

Where does the Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1.

Where does the Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil is 12 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil - 6 ways to travel via train, line 51 bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 51 bus
best
1. Take the train from Pengam to Pontlottyntrain Cardiff Central - Rhymney / ...
2. Take the bus from The Square to Trevithick Memorialbus 51
1h 35m
£6–9
Drive 11.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pengam to Merthyr Tydfilcar 11.5 mi
27 min
£3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Pengam to Cardiff Queen Streettrain Rhymney - Barry Island / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 57m
£15–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pengam to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 11.5 mi
27 min
£26–32
Line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Church Terrace to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1bus 53 / ...
1h 53m
£5–8
Line 14 bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Fair View to Bargoed Interchange Stand 2bus 14
2. Take the bus from Bargoed Interchange Stand 1 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1bus 53 / ...
2h 8m

Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil by train and bus

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Distance: 13.6 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Pengam, Caerphilly, Wales and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a train from Pengam to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Queen Street in around 1h 57m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Church Terrace to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 hourly. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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