What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan is to bus which costs £2 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £22 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Merthyr Dyfan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff Bridge KR and arriving at Winston Square. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan?

The distance between Cardiff and Merthyr Dyfan is 8 miles. The road distance is 9.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan without a car is to bus which takes 39 min and costs £2.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan?

The bus from Cardiff Bridge KR to Winston Square takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan bus from?

Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, depart from Cardiff Bridge KR station.

Where does the Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan bus arrive?

Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, arrive at Winston Square station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan is 9 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Dyfan?

There are 1359+ hotels available in Merthyr Dyfan.

Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bridge KR to Winston Square96
39 min
£2
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to BarryRhymney - Bridgend / ...
2. Take the bus from Barry Hotel to Barry Hospital96
42 min
£7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan9.1 mi
16 min
£22–27
Drive 9.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan9.1 mi
16 min
£3–4

Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan by bus

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39 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 8.4 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Merthyr Dyfan, Wales?

Cardiff Bus operates a bus from Cardiff Bridge KR to Winston Square every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 39 min. First South & West Wales also services this route hourly.

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