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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £24 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Bargoed?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 station and arriving at Hanbury Square. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Bargoed?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Bargoed via Cardiff Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Bargoed is 21 miles. The road distance is 10.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed without a car is to line 51 bus which takes 1h 13m and costs £6 - £9.

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

The line 51 bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 to Hanbury Square takes 1h 13m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11.

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed is to line 51 bus which takes 1h 13m and costs £6 - £9. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £8 - £16 and takes 1h 49m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Hanbury Square station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed is 10 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed.

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

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Where can I stay near Bargoed?

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Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed - 4 ways to travel via train, line 51 bus, and taxi

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

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Line 51 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 to Hanbury Square51 / ...
1h 13m
£6–9
Drive 10.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed10.2 mi
24 min
£3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Queen StreetMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to BargoedBridgend - Rhymney / ...
1h 49m
£9–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed10.2 mi
24 min
£24–29

Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed by bus

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Distance: 20.8 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

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

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 to Hanbury Square every 4 hours. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Bargoed via Cardiff Queen Street in around 1h 49m.

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