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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Bus Station, London Victoria and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Dover to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Dover and Merthyr Tydfil is 249 miles. The road distance is 240.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 5m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Dover to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

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

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

Dover to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Dover to Merthyr Tydfil is to train via London which takes 5h 5m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 28m.

Where does the Dover to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dover to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Merthyr Tydfil is 241 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Dover to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory 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
5h 5m
£110–194
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
9h 28m
£44–71
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Victoriatrain Dover Priory - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
8h 7m
£64–106
Drive 239.4 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Merthyr Tydfilcar 239.4 mi
4h 6m
£59–85
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory 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 54m
£110–194

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Distance: 247.7 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Merthyr Tydfil via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Kingsway GR, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 9h 28m.

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