Bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan
1 direct route · about 20 min · first bus 06:24, last bus 19:00 (weekdays).
Next buses to Aberfan as of 07:00
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Merthyr Tydfil, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | Stagecoach South Wales | ~20 min | 24 | Sat 24 · no Sunday buses | 06:24 | 19:00 | Castle Bingo (nr Aldi) | Wingfield Street (after) | Pentrebach & Troedyrhiw |
Times are for the first boarding point in Merthyr Tydfil on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 81 bus timetable.
Fares from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan
- £3.70 adult single on the 81 (Stagecoach South Wales)
Between the stops in the table above. The operators' own published fares, from the Bus Open Data Service; check with the operator before you travel.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan?
The 81 (Stagecoach South Wales) runs directly from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan. Board at Castle Bingo (nr Aldi) and get off at Wingfield Street (after); the journey takes about 20 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan?
Around 20 minutes on the 81, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Pentrebach, Troedyrhiw on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 06:24 and the last around 19:00. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan?
An adult single from Merthyr Tydfil to Aberfan is £3.70 on the 81 (Stagecoach South Wales), from Castle Bingo (nr Aldi) to Wingfield Street (after). Prices are the operators' own published fares on the Bus Open Data Service — check with the operator before you travel. Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Wales. Check the operator's website or Traveline Cymru for current prices.