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

The cheapest way to get from Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Tonypandy and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Steps and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Tonypandy and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Tonypandy and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Pontypridd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Tonypandy and Merthyr Tydfil is 16 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £6 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Steps station.

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

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

Train or bus from Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £6 - £12. Alternatively, you can line 130 bus and bus, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil is 18 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Tonypandy 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 Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Tonypandy to Pontypriddtrain Treherbert - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Pontypridd to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 7m
£6–11
Drive 17.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfilcar 17.8 mi
27 min
£5–7
Line 130 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Steps to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 7bus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1bus X4
1h 34m
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 17.8 mi
27 min
£35–50
Line 172 bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from Steps to Aberdare Bus Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 12 to RAFA Clubbus 172 / ...
1h 51m
£9–13

Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 16.3 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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

You can take a train from Tonypandy to Merthyr Tydfil via Pontypridd in around 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Steps to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 in around 1h 34m.

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