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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Mawr is to bus which costs £6 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Mawr is to drive which takes 28 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Merthyr Mawr?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Merthyr Mawr. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 and arriving at Ogmore Water Works via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Merthyr Mawr?

The distance between Cardiff and Merthyr Mawr is 23 miles. The road distance is 22.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Mawr without a car is to train and line 303 bus which takes 1h 11m and costs £10 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Mawr, including transfers.

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

Cardiff to Merthyr Mawr bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 station.

Where does the Cardiff to Merthyr Mawr bus arrive?

Cardiff to Merthyr Mawr bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Merthyr Mawr?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Merthyr Mawr is 22 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Cardiff to Merthyr Mawr.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Mawr?

There are 563+ hotels available in Merthyr Mawr.

Cardiff to Merthyr Mawr - 4 ways to travel via train, line 303 bus, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Mawr 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, line 303 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 11 to Ogmore Water Worksbus 303
1h 11m
£11–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5bus X2
2h 3m
£6
Drive 22 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Merthyr Mawrcar 22 mi
28 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Merthyr Mawrtaxi 22 mi
28 min
£50–60

Cardiff to Merthyr Mawr by train and bus

117Weekly Services

1h 11mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Mawr.

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Distance: 23.3 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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

First South & West Wales operates a bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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