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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Town Hall 3 and arriving at Trevithick Memorial via Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypool and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Cwmbran and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Pontypool and Merthyr Tydfil is 46 miles. The road distance is 22.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £16 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3.

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

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

Train or bus from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £16 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £17 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Trevithick Memorial station.

Where does the Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil is 22 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 718+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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best
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 38m
£16–26
Drive 22.3 mi
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1. Drive from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfilcar 22.3 mi
33 min
£6–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
3h 4m
£11–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 22.3 mi
33 min
£100–120

Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil by bus and train

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Distance: 46 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Merthyr Tydfil via Trussel Road, Cwmbran, and Cardiff Central in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorial every 2 hours. Tickets cost £7–11 and the journey takes 1h 41m.

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