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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Vale is to train which costs £5 - £6 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Vale is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Merthyr Vale?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Merthyr Vale station. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at Station Square via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Merthyr Vale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Queen Street and arriving at Merthyr Vale. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Merthyr Vale?

The distance between Cardiff and Merthyr Vale is 19 miles. The road distance is 19.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Vale without a car is to train which takes 46 min and costs £5 - £6.

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

The train from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Vale takes 46 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Merthyr Vale train from?

Cardiff to Merthyr Vale train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Merthyr Vale?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr Vale is to train which takes 46 min and costs £5 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus and line 78 bus, which costs £9 - £14 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Cardiff to Merthyr Vale bus arrive?

Cardiff to Merthyr Vale bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1.

Where does the Cardiff to Merthyr Vale train arrive?

Cardiff to Merthyr Vale train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Merthyr Vale station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Merthyr Vale?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Merthyr Vale is 20 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Cardiff to Merthyr Vale.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Merthyr Vale?

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Vale?

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Cardiff to Merthyr Vale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 78 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr ValeAberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
46 min
£5–6
Bus, line 78 bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1X4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9 to Station Square79 / ...
1h 29m
£9–14
Drive 19.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Merthyr Vale19.5 mi
31 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Merthyr Vale19.5 mi
31 min
£40–55

Cardiff to Merthyr Vale by train

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Distance: 18.6 mi
Duration: 46 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Vale hourly. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 46 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Station Square via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9 in around 1h 29m.

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