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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff is to train which costs £5 - £6 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 station and arriving at Law Courts RJ. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Cathays. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Cardiff is 23 miles. The road distance is 23.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £5 - £6.

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

The train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cathays takes 52 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8.

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff is to train which takes 52 min and costs £5 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 1h 1m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Law Courts RJ station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff is 24 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to CathaysMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
52 min
£5–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Law Courts RJX4
1h 1m
£7–10
Drive 23.7 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff23.7 mi
32 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff23.7 mi
32 min
£50–65

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 22.4 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cathays hourly. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Law Courts RJ hourly. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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