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 4 and arriving at Trevithick Memorial via Ebbw Vale Learning Zone Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

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 39m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Pontypool and Merthyr Tydfil is 24 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 bus and line 76 bus which takes 2h 5m and costs £9 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m 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 Adventure Travel, depart from Town Hall 4 station.

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 bus and line 76 bus which takes 2h 5m and costs £9 - £14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £18 - £40 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, arrive at Ebbw Vale Learning Zone Stand 5 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 724+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 76 bus

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

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Bus, line 76 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 4 to Ebbw Vale Learning Zone Stand 5bus X2
2. Take the bus from Ebbw Vale Learning Zone Stand 4 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
2h 5m
£10–14
Drive 22.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfilcar 22.3 mi
33 min
£6–8
Train
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 39m
£19–37
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 22.3 mi
33 min
£45–60

Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil by bus

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Distance: 24.3 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Town Hall 4 to Trevithick Memorial via Ebbw Vale Learning Zone Stand 4 in around 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Road to Merthyr Tydfil via Trussel Road, Cwmbran, and Cardiff Central in around 2h 39m.

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