Bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Nelson (Caerphilly)
1 direct route · about 41 min · first bus 05:32, last bus 17:41 (weekdays).
Next buses to Nelson (Caerphilly) as of 09:47
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78 | Stagecoach South Wales | ~41 min | 13 | Sat 13 · no Sunday buses | 05:32 | 17:41 | Castle Bingo (nr Aldi) | Nelson Bus Station Stand 2 | Pentrebach, Troedyrhiw, Merthyr Vale, Mount Pleasant, Edwardsville, Treharris & 2 more |
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 78 bus timetable.
Fares from Merthyr Tydfil to Nelson
- £5.00 adult single on the 78 (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 Nelson?
The 78 (Stagecoach South Wales) runs directly from Merthyr Tydfil to Nelson. Board at Castle Bingo (nr Aldi) and get off at Nelson Bus Station Stand 2; the journey takes about 41 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Merthyr Tydfil to Nelson?
Around 41 minutes on the 78, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Pentrebach, Troedyrhiw, Merthyr Vale, Mount Pleasant and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Nelson?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 05:32 and the last around 17:41. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Nelson?
An adult single from Merthyr Tydfil to Nelson is £5.00 on the 78 (Stagecoach South Wales), from Castle Bingo (nr Aldi) to Nelson Bus Station Stand 2. 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.