What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Manchester Central Coach Station, Sophia Gardens and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Merthyr Tydfil is 195 miles. The road distance is 156.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £75 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil?

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil bus from?

Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil train from?

Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £100 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 738+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
5h 42m
£76–138
Drive 155.9 mi
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1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfilcar 155.9 mi
3h 27m
£38–55
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1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
7h 30m
£46–99

Greater Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil by bus and train

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Distance: 194.1 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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

You can take a bus from St Mary's to Merthyr Tydfil via Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station, Manchester Piccadilly, and Cardiff Central in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardens once daily. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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