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

The cheapest way to get from Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Chippenham and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Town Bridge and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Sophia Gardens and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Chippenham and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Chippenham and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Chippenham and Merthyr Tydfil is 86 miles. The road distance is 72.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Town Bridge station.

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

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

Train or bus from Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 3h and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £30 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfil is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
3h
£30–60
Drive 72.1 mi
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1. Drive from Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfilcar 72.1 mi
1h 27m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Bridge to Sophia Gardensbus 804
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Tydfil Collegebus X4
4h 33m
£20–30
Line 231 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Redland School to Bus Stationbus 231
2. Take the train from Bath Spa to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
4h 25m
£30–56

Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 85.8 mi
Duration: 3h

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

You can take a train from Chippenham to Merthyr Tydfil via Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Central in around 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Bridge to Merthyr Tydfil College via Sophia Gardens, Westgate Street KG, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 4h 33m.

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