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

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

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 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 Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Durham to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Durham and Merthyr Tydfil is 337 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 38m and costs £140 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Durham to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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.

Where does the Durham to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Durham to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central 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?

There are 718+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Durham to Merthyr Tydfil - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Durham to Merthyr Tydfil by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
6h 38m
£146–215
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
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 54m
£57–144
Drive 284.2 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Merthyr Tydfilcar 284.2 mi
5h 1m
£71–103
Train via Bristol
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 47m
£147–227
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 18m
£93–153
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 30m
£111–258
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 3m
£132–402

Durham to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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6h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 334.8 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Durham to Cardiff Central once daily. Tickets cost £130–210 and the journey takes 5h 12m.

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