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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Gloucester and Merthyr Tydfil is 80 miles. The road distance is 59.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £27 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gloucester station.

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

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

Train or bus from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £27 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £24 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Gloucester to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 24m
£27–49
Drive 59.1 mi
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1. Drive from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfilcar 59.1 mi
1h 14m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gloucester to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk077
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Tydfil Collegebus X4
4h 47m
£16–23

Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 79.6 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

You can take a train from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil College via Cardiff North Road and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 4h 47m.

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