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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £40 - £90 and takes 9h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 4h 31m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Coach Station, London Heathrow Airport and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Stratford, London Paddington and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Ipswich and Merthyr Tydfil is 242 miles. The road distance is 230.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cardinal Park Cinema station.

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

Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.

Train or bus from Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 9h 53m.

Where does the Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil?

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Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
5h 14m
£111–215
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus
9h 53m
£43–86
Drive 229.4 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfilcar 229.4 mi
4h 31m
£56–81
Train to Norwich International Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NWI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
9h 49m
£134–648
Train to Norwich International Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane NWI - CWL
8h 41m
£208–969
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
9h 14m
£86–235

Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 240.9 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Merthyr Tydfil via Stratford, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Coach Station, London Heathrow Airport, Cardiff North Road, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 9h 53m.

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