What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which costs £5 - £10 and takes 1h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central bus Station and Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central bus Station and Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Cardiff Central bus Station and Merthyr Tydfil is 24 miles. The road distance is 24.7 miles.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil?

The train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil bus from?

Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil train from?

Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 1h 8m.

Where does the Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Tydfil College station.

Where does the Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Merthyr Tydfil station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil is 25 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil?

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Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr TydfilAberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 3m
£5–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Merthyr Tydfil CollegeX4
1h 8m
£7–10
Drive 24.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil24.5 mi
35 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil24.5 mi
35 min
£55–65

Cardiff Central bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 23.7 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Cardiff Central bus Station, 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, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Merthyr Tydfil College hourly. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 55 min.

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