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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Holyhead and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Holyhead Port and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station 7 via Bus Depot and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Holyhead and Merthyr Tydfil is 257 miles. The road distance is 164.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from Holyhead Port station.

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

Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Train or bus from Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 48m.

Where does the Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Clock station.

Where does the Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
6h 18m
£86–136
Drive 163.3 mi
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1. Drive from Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfilcar 163.3 mi
3h 50m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Holyhead Port to Clockbus 1
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus Stationbus X85
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
8h 48m

Holyhead to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 255.5 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Holyhead to Cardiff Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Holyhead Port to Merthyr Bus Station 7 via Clock, Bus Depot, and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 in around 8h 48m.

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