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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Bristol Bus Station and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Barnstaple and Merthyr Tydfil is 178 miles. The road distance is 138.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 18m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

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

Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 18m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
5h 18m
£74–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
7h 30m
£30–64
Drive 138 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfilcar 138 mi
2h 37m
£34–50
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
6h 2m
£76–144

Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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5h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 176.8 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Bristol Bus Station, Cardiff North Road, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 7h 30m.

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