🚌 Bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypridd
2 direct routes · about 59 min · first bus 07:25, last bus 17:40 (weekdays).
💷 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. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78 | Stagecoach South Wales | ~59 min | 11 | 07:25 | 17:40 | Merthyr Bus Station 9 (at) |
| X4 | Stagecoach South Wales | ~24 min | 11 | 06:31 | 17:15 | Merthyr Bus Station 8 (at) |
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypridd?
2 routes run directly from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypridd: the 78 (Stagecoach South Wales), the X4 (Stagecoach South Wales).
How long does the bus take from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypridd?
Around 59 minutes on the 78, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypridd?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 78) leaves around 07:25 and the last around 17:40. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypridd?
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.