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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil is to train and bus via Oswestry which costs £35 - £70 and takes 10h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Birmingham Coach Station, Bristol Bus Station and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Preston, Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Blackpool and Merthyr Tydfil is 231 miles. The road distance is 190.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

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

Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 10h 41m.

Where does the Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil is 191 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
6h 19m
£67–126
Train, bus via Oswestry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3bus x76
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
10h 14m
£39–70
Drive 189.5 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfilcar 189.5 mi
4h 2m
£48–68
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Abergavennytrain
3. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
6h 58m
£68–115
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus
10h 41m
£42–72

Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 229.8 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Merthyr Tydfil via Preston, Crewe, and Cardiff Central in around 6h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Birmingham Coach Station, Bristol Bus Station, Cardiff North Road, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 10h 41m.

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