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

The cheapest way to get from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Caerleon and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Hanbury Arms and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Queensway Q1 and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Caerleon and Merthyr Tydfil is 39 miles. The road distance is 29.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £11 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Queensway Q1 station.

Train or bus from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £11 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £15 and takes 2h 28m.

Where does the Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Can I drive from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil is 30 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 698+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr TydfilAberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 9m
£12–18
Drive 29.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil29.4 mi
49 min
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Kingsway GDUk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Merthyr Tydfil CollegeX4
2h 28m
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil29.4 mi
49 min
£100–130
Line 29 bus, bus, line 76 bus
1. Take the bus from Caerleon PO to Cwmbran Bus Station Stand H29 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cwmbran Bus Station Stand G to Ebbw Vale Learning Zone Stand 5X2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ebbw Vale Learning Zone Stand 4 to Trevithick Memorial76
2h 56m

Caerleon to Merthyr Tydfil by bus, foot, and train

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2h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 39 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hanbury Arms to Merthyr Tydfil College via Friars Walk 10, Queensway Q1, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 2h 28m.

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