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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 3h and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Reading and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Bournemouth and Merthyr Tydfil is 209 miles. The road distance is 128.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 35m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfil is to train via Reading which takes 4h 35m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfil is 128 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
4h 35m
£86–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp3
6h 19m
£32–52
Drive 127.5 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfilcar 127.5 mi
3h
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
5h 25m
£64–125
Train #2
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
6h
£49–89

Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 207.7 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Merthyr Tydfil via Reading and Cardiff Central in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bournemouth Station to Sophia Gardens twice a week. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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