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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via London Victoria and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Canterbury and Merthyr Tydfil is 242 miles. The road distance is 227.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 57m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

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

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

Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil is to train via London which takes 4h 57m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus via Cardiff, which costs £35 - £120 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil is 228 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

Book your Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 738+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

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

How to get fromCanterbury to Merthyr Tydfil

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
4h 57m
£112–226
Bus via Cardiff
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
7h 59m
£38–111
Drive 226.2 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfilcar 226.2 mi
3h 56m
£55–80
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
5h 52m
£112–227
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newport Train Stationbus Uk042 / ...
8h 50m
£38–74

Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil by train and subway

145Weekly Services

4h 57mAverage Duration

£112Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Canterbury to Merthyr Tydfil.

Launch map view

Distance: 240.8 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Merthyr Tydfil via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Kingsway GR, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 7h 59m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.