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 36 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 36 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 station. However, there are services departing from Sainsbury's Quay Parade and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station 7 via Brecon Interchange 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

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 22m.

How far is it from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Swansea and Merthyr Tydfil is 70 miles. The road distance is 31.6 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 22m and costs £23 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m 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 22m and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £14 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, arrive at Brecon Interchange 5 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 36 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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There are 5 ways to get from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 22m
£23–47
Drive 31.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfilcar 31.4 mi
36 min
£8–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Brecon Interchange 5bus T6
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 1 to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
3h 10m
£9–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 31.4 mi
36 min
£140–170
Bus via Cardiff
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Cardiff - North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Tydfil Collegebus X4
3h 22m
£12–18

Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 69.1 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Merthyr Bus Station 7 via Brecon Interchange 1 in around 3h 10m.

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