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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 35m.

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

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

How far is it from Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Manchester and Merthyr Tydfil is 164 miles. The road distance is 157.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 50m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

Can I drive from Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 714+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Abergavennytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
4h 50m
£54–85
Drive 156.2 mi
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1. Drive from Manchester to Merthyr Tydfilcar 156.2 mi
3h 35m
£39–56
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
7h 4m
£56–237

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) flights

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Distance: 163.4 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

Ryanair, KLM, and two other airlines fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) twice daily.

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