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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from RAFA Club and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 1 and Post Office. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Aberystwyth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Aberystwyth is 97 miles. The road distance is 76.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth without a car is to bus and line 409 bus which takes 5h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from RAFA Club station.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth train from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Tydfil station.

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth is to bus and line 409 bus which takes 5h and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 2 station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth.

How do I get a train ticket from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth?

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Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth by bus, train, or car

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Bus, line 409 bus
best
1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 2T4
2. Take the bus from Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 1 to Post OfficeX47
3. Take the bus from Post Office to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
5h
Drive 76.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth76.2 mi
1h 50m
£19–28
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
6h 17m
£47–87
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus DepotX85
5h 59m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
6h 25m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 96.8 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a bus from RAFA Club to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 1 and Post Office in around 5h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberystwyth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 6h 17m.

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