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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Barmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth. However, there are services departing from RAFA Club and arriving at Last Inn via Newtown Bus Station, Bus Depot and Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Barmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Barmouth via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Barmouth is 131 miles. The road distance is 105.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth without a car is to bus which takes 6h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth, including transfers.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from RAFA Club station.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth is to bus which takes 6h 24m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £160 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth.

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

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
6h 24m
Drive 104.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouthcar 104.6 mi
2h 36m
£26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Barmouthtrain
7h 44m
£84–153

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Distance: 130.1 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Barmouth, Wales?

You can take a bus from RAFA Club to Last Inn via Newtown Bus Station, Bus Depot, and Eldon Square 1 in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Barmouth via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury, and Machynlleth in around 7h 44m.

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