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 £7 - £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 £7 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Sarn Odeon via Kingsway GD. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

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 39m.

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 39m and costs £10 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m 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 Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8.

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 39m and costs £10 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road Stop GJ 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 - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 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 39m
£11–16
Drive 28.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend28.3 mi
50 min
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road Stop GJX4
2. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Sarn OdeonUk910 / ...
1h 42m
£10–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend28.3 mi
50 min
£60–75
Line 172 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7 to Aberdare Bus Station172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 12 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7172
3h 14m
£11–16

Merthyr Tydfil to Bridgend by train

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Distance: 43.8 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Sarn Odeon via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and Kingsway GD in around 1h 42m.

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