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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Sophia Gardens and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Leicester and Merthyr Tydfil is 172 miles. The road distance is 134.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £70 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
5h 10m
£70–108
Bus
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1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp2
6h 8m
£33–50
Drive 133.9 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Merthyr Tydfilcar 133.9 mi
2h 40m
£34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
6h 54m
£48–94

Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 170.6 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Merthyr Tydfil via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sophia Gardens once a week. Tickets cost £24–40 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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