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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Sainsbury's Quay Parade and arriving at RAFA Club via Free Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Swansea and Merthyr Tydfil is 70 miles. The road distance is 31.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £27 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, depart from Sainsbury's Quay Parade station.

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

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £27 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil is 32 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 36m
£27–55
Drive 31.6 mi
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1. Drive from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfilcar 31.6 mi
37 min
£8–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Bulwarkbus T6
2. Take the bus from Free Street to RAFA Clubbus T4
2h 41m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 31.6 mi
37 min
£75–90
Bus, line 8 bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade 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 46m
£12–18

Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 69.1 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to RAFA Club via Bulwark and Free Street in around 2h 41m.

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