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

The cheapest way to get from Lampeter to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lampeter to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Lampeter and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Lampeter to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from The Black Lion and arriving at RAFA Club via Glangwili Hospital, Llandovery Car Park and Brecon Interchange 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Lampeter to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Lampeter and Merthyr Tydfil is 126 miles. The road distance is 51.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lampeter to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 44m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Lampeter to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Lampeter to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from The Black Lion station.

Where does the Lampeter to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Lampeter to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Glangwili Hospital station.

Can I drive from Lampeter to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Lampeter to Merthyr Tydfil is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Lampeter to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 690+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Lampeter to Merthyr Tydfil - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Lampeter to Merthyr Tydfil by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen stationbus T1 / ...
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
4h 44m
Drive 51.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lampeter to Merthyr Tydfilcar 51.5 mi
1h 11m
£13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Glangwili Hospitalbus T1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glangwili Hospital to Llandovery Car Parkbus 280 / ...
3. Take the bus from Llandovery Car Park to Brecon Interchange 5bus X80
5h 35m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lampeter to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 51.5 mi
1h 11m
£100–130
Bus, train via Bridgend
1. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen stationbus T1 / ...
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Bridgendtrain
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Aberdare Bus Stationbus 172
6h 9m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lampeter to Merthyr Tydfil.

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Distance: 125.3 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a bus from The Black Lion to RAFA Club via Glangwili Hospital, Llandovery Car Park, and Brecon Interchange 1 in around 5h 35m.

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