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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr line is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr line is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Merthyr line?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Merthyr line?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Pontypridd. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Merthyr line?

The distance between Cardiff and Merthyr line is 13 miles. The road distance is 12.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr line without a car is to bus which takes 44 min and costs £4 - £7.

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

The bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Merthyr line?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Merthyr line is to bus which takes 44 min and costs £4 - £7. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 53 min.

Where does the Cardiff to Merthyr line bus arrive?

Cardiff to Merthyr line bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5.

Where does the Cardiff to Merthyr line train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Merthyr line?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Merthyr line is 13 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Cardiff to Merthyr line.

Where can I stay near Merthyr line?

There are 1707+ hotels available in Merthyr line.

Cardiff to Merthyr line - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Merthyr line by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5X4
44 min
£4–7
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontypriddCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
53 min
£3–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Merthyr line12.8 mi
22 min
£30–40
Drive 12.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Merthyr line12.8 mi
22 min
£4–5
Line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Ynysangharad Park Gates132 / ...
1h 9m
£6–10

Cardiff to Merthyr line by bus and foot

144Weekly Services

44 minAverage Duration

£4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 hourly. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 31 min.

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