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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford is to line 56 bus and bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Trevithick Memorial and arriving at Bus Station via Tredegar Lidl Stand 1, Kingsway K14, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Chelmsford via Cardiff Central, London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Chelmsford is 203 miles. The road distance is 196.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford, including transfers.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Tredegar Lidl Stand 1 station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £250 and takes 7h 31m, you could also line 56 bus and bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Market Square 15A station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford.

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Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
4h 24m
£86–155
Line 56 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tredegar Lidl Stand 1 to Market Square 15Abus 56
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
7h 43m
£39–68
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus Uk940
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
7h 38m
£54–96
Drive 195.7 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsfordcar 195.7 mi
3h 54m
£49–70
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane CWL - STN
7h 31m
£65–244
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
8h 24m
£297–1,043
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane BRS - STN
7h 40m
£84–198

Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 202.2 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford via Cardiff Central, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, Ryanair, Aer Lingus, and two other airlines fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN) 6 times a week.

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