What is the cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil?

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil?

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange, Bristol Bus Station and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Sheffield, Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Barnsley and Merthyr Tydfil is 235 miles. The road distance is 194.4 miles.

How do I travel from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil without a car?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £90 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil?

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil bus from?

Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil train from?

Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 31m.

Where does the Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil.

How do I get a train ticket from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil?

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
6h 4m
£94–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
9h 31m
£33–55
Drive 193.3 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfilcar 193.3 mi
3h 32m
£49–70
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
6h 10m
£88–143
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain
2. Take the train from Stockport to Abergavennytrain
3. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
7h 31m
£67–120

Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 233.8 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a train from Barnsley to Merthyr Tydfil via Sheffield, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 6h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Merthyr Tydfil College via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange, Bristol Bus Station, Cardiff North Road, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 9h 31m.

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