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

The cheapest way to get from Porth to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Porth to Merthyr Tydfil is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Porth and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Porth to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Porth Interchange Bay 4 and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Porth and Merthyr Tydfil?

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

How far is it from Porth to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Porth and Merthyr Tydfil is 15 miles. The road distance is 15.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porth to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £5 - £11.

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

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

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

Porth to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Porth Interchange Bay 4 station.

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

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

Train or bus from Porth to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Porth to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 130 bus and bus, which costs £6 - £11 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Porth to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Porth to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6.

Where does the Porth to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porth to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Porth to Merthyr Tydfil is 16 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Porth to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Porth to Merthyr Tydfil - 5 ways to travel via train, line 130 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Porth to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Porth to Pontypriddtrain Treherbert - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Pontypridd to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 1m
£5–10
Drive 15.6 mi
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1. Drive from Porth to Merthyr Tydfilcar 15.6 mi
23 min
£4–6
Line 130 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Porth Interchange Bay 4 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6bus 130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1bus X4
1h 14m
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porth to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 15.6 mi
23 min
£35–45
Line 132 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porth Interchange Bay 5 to Railway Station South E6bus 132 / ...
2. Take the train from Pontypridd to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 13m
£7–12

Porth to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 14.4 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

You can take a train from Porth to Merthyr Tydfil via Pontypridd in around 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Porth Interchange Bay 4 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 in around 1h 14m.

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