The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
55 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 12 buses that leave Cardiff for Merthyr Tydfil every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 33 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:400h56Cardiff8:36Merthyr Tydfil College£91One-way0 changes
8:400h55Cardiff9:35Merthyr Tydfil College£91One-way0 changes
9:400h55Cardiff10:35Merthyr Tydfil College£91One-way0 changes
10:400h55Cardiff11:35Merthyr Tydfil College£91One-way0 changes
11:400h55Cardiff12:35Merthyr Tydfil College£91One-way0 changes
8:400h55Cardiff9:35Merthyr Tydfil College£91One-way0 changes
9:400h55Cardiff10:35Merthyr Tydfil College£91One-way0 changes
10:400h55Cardiff11:35Merthyr Tydfil College£91One-way0 changes
11:400h55Cardiff12:35Merthyr Tydfil College£91One-way0 changes
12:400h55Cardiff13:35Merthyr Tydfil College£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 33 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£9 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil coaches for tomorrow, Monday 11 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:40 Cardiff | 0h56 | 8:36 Merthyr Tydfil College | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:40 Cardiff | 0h55 | 9:35 Merthyr Tydfil College | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:40 Cardiff | 0h55 | 10:35 Merthyr Tydfil College | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:40 Cardiff | 0h55 | 11:35 Merthyr Tydfil College | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:40 Cardiff | 0h55 | 12:35 Merthyr Tydfil College | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil
Buses from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 05:41, the last at 22:38. The fastest coach covers the 33 km distance in 49m.
Distance 33 km |
Average bus duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 49m |
First bus 5:41 |
Last bus 22:38 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Stagecoach South Wales from Cardiff to Merthyr TydfilYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil with Stagecoach South Wales for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Merthyr Tydfil, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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