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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Bus Station via Cardiff North Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Barnstaple via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Barnstaple is 177 miles. The road distance is 139.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 17m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple, including transfers.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Tydfil station.

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 17m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple.

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 17m
£72–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
7h 13m
£30–64
Drive 138.5 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaplecar 138.5 mi
2h 37m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 24m
£77–151

Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 175.6 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Barnstaple via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Bus Station via Greyfriars Road GJ, Cardiff North Road, and Bus Station in around 7h 13m.

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