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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath is to drive which takes 26 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Neath?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath station. However, there are services departing from RAFA Club and arriving at Neath station via Free Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Neath?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Neath via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Neath is 62 miles. The road distance is 24.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £11 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £11 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Neath bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Neath bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Bulwark station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Neath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Neath is 24 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Neath - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath 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 NeathLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 55m
£12–26
Drive 24 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath24 mi
26 min
£6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to BulwarkT4
2. Take the bus from Free Street to Neath stationT6
2h 21m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath24 mi
26 min
£50–65
Line 9 bus, line 8 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Aberdare Bus Station89 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 10 to Pontwalby Bridge8
3. Take the bus from Pontwalby Bridge to Neath Bus Station Stand 7X7
3h 47m

Merthyr Tydfil to Neath by train

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Distance: 61.4 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath via Cardiff Central in around 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from RAFA Club to Neath station via Bulwark and Free Street in around 2h 21m.

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