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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £65 - £95 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 4h 41m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Darlington to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Darlington and Merthyr Tydfil is 315 miles. The road distance is 268.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs £130 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Darlington to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Darlington to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Darlington to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Merthyr Tydfil is 269 miles. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Darlington to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 709+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Darlington to Merthyr Tydfil - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Darlington to Merthyr Tydfil by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
6h 20m
£135–199
Train to Newcastle, fly, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
6h 15m
£63–153
Drive 267.3 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Merthyr Tydfilcar 267.3 mi
4h 41m
£66–96
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Darlington to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
6h 34m
£137–210
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Abergavennytrain
3. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
8h 8m
£86–142
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 52m
£117–271

Darlington to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 313 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Darlington to Cardiff Central once daily. Tickets cost £120–190 and the journey takes 4h 54m.

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