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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend station. However, there are services departing from RAFA Club and arriving at Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 via Aberdare Bus Station Stand 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Bridgend via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Bridgend is 44 miles. The road distance is 28.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £10 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend, including transfers.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from RAFA Club station.

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £10 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 172 bus and bus, which costs £10 - £16 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Aberdare Bus Station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend is 28 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend - 4 ways to travel via train, line 172 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff CentralMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to BridgendEbbw Vale Town - Maesteg / ...
1h 37m
£11–16
Drive 28.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend28.3 mi
50 min
£7–10
Line 172 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Aberdare Bus Station89 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 12 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7172
3h 10m
£10–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend28.3 mi
50 min
£60–75

Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend by train

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Distance: 43.8 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend via Cardiff Central in around 1h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from RAFA Club to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 via Aberdare Bus Station Stand 12 in around 3h 10m.

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