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

The cheapest way to get from Coventry to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coventry to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Coventry and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Coventry station to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Pool Meadow Bus Station and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Sophia Gardens and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Coventry and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Coventry to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Coventry and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Coventry to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Coventry and Merthyr Tydfil is 151 miles. The road distance is 110.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Coventry to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Coventry to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Coventry to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Pool Meadow Bus Station.

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

Coventry to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Coventry to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Coventry to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £45 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Coventry to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

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

Where does the Coventry to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Coventry to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Coventry to Merthyr Tydfil is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Coventry to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 712+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
4h 34m
£59–97
Drive 110 mi
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1. Drive from Coventry to Merthyr Tydfilcar 110 mi
2h 15m
£28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp2
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Tydfil Collegebus X4
5h 8m
£29–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Belgrade Theatre to Bullringbus X1
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
7h 27m

Coventry to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 150 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Coventry to Merthyr Tydfil via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil College via Sophia Gardens, Westgate Street KG, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 5h 8m.

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