What is the cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil?

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil?

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Port Talbot and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Talbot station to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Bus Station and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Port Talbot and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Parkway and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Port Talbot and Merthyr Tydfil is 56 miles. The road distance is 30.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £21 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil?

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil bus from?

Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Port Talbot Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil train from?

Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Port Talbot Parkway station.

Train or bus from Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £16 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil is 31 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 9m
£22–43
Drive 30.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfilcar 30.4 mi
33 min
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus X4
2h 32m
£10–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 30.4 mi
33 min
£65–80
Bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 7 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1bus X1
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Aberdare Bus Stationbus 172
3. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station 12 to RAFA Clubbus 172 / ...
3h 57m
£14–21

Port Talbot to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 55.9 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Port Talbot, Wales and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Talbot Bus Station to Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Cardiff North Road and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 2h 32m.

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