What is the cheapest way to get from London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil?

The cheapest way to get from London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 5h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil?

The fastest way to get from London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between London Paddington Station and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from London Paddington Station station to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station 1 via London Victoria and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

Is there a direct train between London Paddington Station and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from London Paddington and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between London Paddington Station and Merthyr Tydfil is 169 miles. The road distance is 159.8 miles.

Where do I catch the London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil bus from?

London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil train from?

London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kingsway GR station.

Where does the London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil.

How do I get a train ticket from London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil?

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London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil - 4 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
3h 24m
£74–138
Bus via London Heathrow Airport T5 -
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1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
6h 52m
£35–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus X4
5h 53m
£37–81
Drive 158.8 mi
1. Drive from London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfilcar 158.8 mi
3h 11m
£39–56

London Paddington Station to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 168 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between London Paddington Station, England and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a train from London Paddington to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paddington Station to Merthyr Bus Station 1 via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Kingsway GR, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 5h 53m.

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