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

The cheapest way to get from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Skewen and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from British Gas and arriving at RAFA Club via Free Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Skewen and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Skewen and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Skewen and Merthyr Tydfil is 64 miles. The road distance is 24.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £25 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, depart from British Gas station.

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

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

Train or bus from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £25 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, arrive at Bulwark station.

Where does the Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil is 25 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Skewen to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 25m
£25–43
Drive 24.7 mi
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1. Drive from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfilcar 24.7 mi
29 min
£6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from British Gas to Bulwarkbus T6
2. Take the bus from Free Street to RAFA Clubbus T4
2h 26m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 24.7 mi
29 min
£50–65
Bus, line 8 bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from BP Coed Darcy to Co-opbus X7
2. Take the bus from Co-op to Aberdare Bus Stationbus 8
3. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station 12 to RAFA Clubbus 172 / ...
3h 27m
£12–18

Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 63.5 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from British Gas to RAFA Club via Bulwark and Free Street in around 2h 26m.

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