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

The cheapest way to get from Llantrisant to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Llantrisant to Merthyr Tydfil is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Llantrisant and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Llantrisant to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Wheatsheaf and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Llantrisant to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Llantrisant and Merthyr Tydfil is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Llantrisant to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 12m and costs £7 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Llantrisant to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Llantrisant to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Wheatsheaf station.

Where does the Llantrisant to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Llantrisant to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6.

Can I drive from Llantrisant to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Llantrisant to Merthyr Tydfil is 18 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Llantrisant to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 701+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Llantrisant to Merthyr Tydfil - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Llantrisant to Merthyr Tydfil 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cross Inn Garage to Sardis House D3404
2. Take the train from Pontypridd to Merthyr TydfilAberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 12m
£7–9
Drive 17.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Llantrisant to Merthyr Tydfil17.5 mi
26 min
£5–7
Line 404 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Wheatsheaf to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6404
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1X4
1h 25m
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Llantrisant to Merthyr Tydfil17.5 mi
26 min
£35–50
Bus, train via Southgate
1. Take the bus from Southgate to Sardis House D3100
2. Take the train from Pontypridd to Merthyr TydfilAberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 31m
£7–10
Line 100 bus, line 78 bus
1. Take the bus from Wheatsheaf to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 11100
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 4 to Merthyr Tydfil College78 / ...
1h 56m

Llantrisant to Merthyr Tydfil by bus and train

192Weekly Services

1h 12mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 17.3 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Llantrisant, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a bus from Wheatsheaf to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 in around 1h 25m.

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