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

The cheapest way to get from Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Thornhill and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Launcelot Crescent and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Thornhill and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Llanishen and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Thornhill and Merthyr Tydfil is 27 miles. The road distance is 21.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £10 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, depart from Launcelot Crescent station.

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

Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £10 - £19. Alternatively, you can line 27 bus and bus, which costs £8 - £12 and takes 2h 12m.

Where does the Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, arrive at Kingsway GR station.

Where does the Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil is 21 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil - 4 ways to travel via train, line 27 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 30m
£10–18
Drive 21.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfilcar 21.3 mi
27 min
£6–8
Line 27 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Launcelot Crescent to Kingsway GRbus 27 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus X4
2h 12m
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 21.3 mi
27 min
£45–60

Thornhill to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 26.6 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Thornhill, Cardiff, Wales and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil hourly. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Launcelot Crescent to Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Kingsway GR and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 2h 12m.

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