What is the cheapest way to get from Swansea to Merthyr Mawr?

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Merthyr Mawr is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Merthyr Mawr?

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Merthyr Mawr is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Merthyr Mawr?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Merthyr Mawr. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand E and arriving at Ogmore Water Works via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Swansea to Merthyr Mawr?

The distance between Swansea and Merthyr Mawr is 29 miles. The road distance is 22.1 miles.

How do I travel from Swansea to Merthyr Mawr without a car?

The best way to get from Swansea to Merthyr Mawr without a car is to train and line 303 bus which takes 1h 6m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Swansea to Merthyr Mawr?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Swansea to Merthyr Mawr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Merthyr Mawr bus from?

Swansea to Merthyr Mawr bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand E.

Where does the Swansea to Merthyr Mawr bus arrive?

Swansea to Merthyr Mawr bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1.

Can I drive from Swansea to Merthyr Mawr?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Merthyr Mawr is 22 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Swansea to Merthyr Mawr.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Mawr?

There are 566+ hotels available in Merthyr Mawr.

Swansea to Merthyr Mawr - 4 ways to travel via train, line 303 bus, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Swansea to Merthyr Mawr by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 303 bus
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to BridgendMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 11 to Ogmore Water Works303
1h 6m
Drive 22 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Merthyr Mawr22 mi
31 min
£6–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand E to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1X1
1h 58m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea to Merthyr Mawr22 mi
31 min
£50–65

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Distance: 28.5 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Merthyr Mawr, Wales?

First South & West Wales operates a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand E to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 hourly, and the journey takes 1h 23m.

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