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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Royal Well and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Cheltenham and Merthyr Tydfil is 87 miles. The road distance is 66.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £29 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well station.

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

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £29 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 36m
£29–54
Drive 66.1 mi
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1. Drive from Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfilcar 66.1 mi
1h 21m
£17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well to Sophia Gardensbus 825
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Tydfil Collegebus X4
4h 19m
£20–32

Cheltenham to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 86.2 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well to Merthyr Tydfil College via Sophia Gardens and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 4h 19m.

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