What is the cheapest way to get from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil?

The cheapest way to get from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil?

The fastest way to get from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Cathays and Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North Road Clinic and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Cathays and Merthyr Tydfil is 22 miles. The road distance is 22.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil without a car?

The best way to get from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to bus which takes 50 min and costs £6 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil?

The bus from North Road Clinic to Merthyr Tydfil College takes 50 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil bus from?

Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from North Road Clinic station.

Train or bus from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which takes 50 min and costs £6 - £10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £6 - £12 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Tydfil College station.

Can I drive from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil is 23 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 642+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from North Road Clinic to Merthyr Tydfil CollegeX4
50 min
£6–10
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr TydfilAberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 40m
£7–12
Drive 22.5 mi
1. Drive from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil22.5 mi
29 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil22.5 mi
29 min
£50–60

Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil by bus

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Distance: 22.2 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Cathays, Wales and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from North Road Clinic to Merthyr Tydfil College hourly. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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