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 53 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 Bus Interchange Bay 1 and arriving at Wyndham Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan?

The distance between Cardiff and Merthyr Dyfan is 10 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 train and bus which takes 49 min and costs £6 - £7.

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

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan, including transfers.

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

Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 station.

Where does the Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan bus arrive?

Cardiff to Merthyr Dyfan bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Wyndham Street 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 train, bus, taxi, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to BarryRhymney - Bridgend / ...
2. Take the bus from Barry Hotel to Barry Hospital304
49 min
£7
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Wyndham Street304
53 min
£2
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 train and bus

328Weekly Services

49 minAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 10.3 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

First South & West Wales operates a bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Wyndham Street hourly, and the journey takes 53 min. Cardiff Bus also services this route hourly.

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