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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £13 - £21 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £13 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Bristol Bus Station and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Bristol and Merthyr Tydfil is 62 miles. The road distance is 57.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £24 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £24 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £30 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil?

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 10m
£24–48
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1bus X4
3h 7m
£12–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
2. Take the train from Ninian Park to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil
3h 18m
£18–37
Drive 57.1 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Merthyr Tydfilcar 57.1 mi
1h 11m
£14–21

Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 61.5 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Cardiff North Road and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 3h 7m.

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