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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £18 - £28 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at RAFA Club via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Merthyr Tydfil is 118 miles. The road distance is 76.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to bus which takes 4h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Aberystwyth to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Aberystwyth to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

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

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which takes 4h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Merthyr Tydfil is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Aberystwyth to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 694+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2409
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to RAFA ClubT4
4h 50m
Drive 76.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Merthyr Tydfil76.2 mi
1h 51m
£19–28
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
5h 41m
£46–116
Bus via Machynlleth
1. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus StationX85
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to RAFA ClubT4
5h 55m
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
6h 5m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 117.5 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to RAFA Club via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberystwyth to Merthyr Tydfil via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central in around 5h 41m.

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