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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Vale to Cardiff is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Vale to Cardiff is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Vale and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Vale station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Station Square and arriving at Greyfriars Road GF via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Vale and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Merthyr Vale and arriving at Cathays. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Merthyr Vale to Cardiff?

The distance between Merthyr Vale and Cardiff is 18 miles. The road distance is 19.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Vale to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs £6 - £10.

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

The train from Merthyr Vale to Cathays takes 41 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Merthyr Vale to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Station Square.

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Vale to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Merthyr Vale to Cardiff is to train which takes 41 min and costs £6 - £10. Alternatively, you can line 78 bus and line 132 bus, which costs £9 - £15 and takes 1h 44m.

Where does the Merthyr Vale to Cardiff bus arrive?

Merthyr Vale to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 4.

Where does the Merthyr Vale to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Vale to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Vale to Cardiff is 20 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Merthyr Vale to Cardiff.

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

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Merthyr Vale to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 78 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Vale to Cathaystrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
41 min
£6–10
Drive 19.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Vale to Cardiffcar 19.4 mi
32 min
£5–7
Line 78 bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Station Square to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 4bus 78
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GFbus 132 / ...
1h 44m
£9–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Vale to Cardifftaxi 19.4 mi
32 min
£85–110

Merthyr Vale to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 17.9 mi
Duration: 41 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Merthyr Vale to Cathays hourly. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Square to Greyfriars Road GF via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 in around 1h 44m.

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