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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 12h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 5h 1m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham station to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stand G and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Durham to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Durham and Merthyr Tydfil is 348 miles. The road distance is 285.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs £150 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Durham to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Durham to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

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

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

Train or bus from Durham to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Durham to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs £150 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 12h 29m.

Where does the Durham to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Durham to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Durham to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Durham to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Durham to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Merthyr Tydfil is 286 miles. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Durham to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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Durham to Merthyr Tydfil - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Durham to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
6h 45m
£150–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
12h 29m
£45–70
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sutton Street to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Abergavennytrain
3. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
8h 51m
£74–140
Drive 284.2 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Merthyr Tydfilcar 284.2 mi
5h 1m
£71–102
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
5h 56m
£55–138
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Durham 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 20m
£94–156
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Durham 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 31m
£112–259
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
7h 11m
£130–431

Durham to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 345.9 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

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

You can take a train from Durham to Merthyr Tydfil via Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Road once daily. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 8h 55m.

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