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

The cheapest way to get from London to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus and line 27 bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between London and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between London and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from London 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 26m.

How far is it from London to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between London and Merthyr Tydfil is 169 miles. The road distance is 164.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from London to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from London to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from London to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the London to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

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

Where does the London to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Merthyr Tydfil is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from London to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from London 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 26m
£74–140
Bus, line 27 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kingsway GB to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 12bus 27 / ...
5h 52m
£29–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Tydfil Collegebus X4
5h 33m
£36–78
Drive 163.9 mi
1. Drive from London to Merthyr Tydfilcar 163.9 mi
3h 4m
£40–58

London to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 168 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from London Paddington to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from London Victoria to Merthyr Tydfil College via Kingsway GR and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 5h 33m.

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