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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 26m.

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 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station 8 and arriving at Bus Station via Cardiff North Road, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

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 26m.

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 via London which takes 4h 26m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m 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 FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road 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 via London which takes 4h 26m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 26m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £250 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport 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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Train via London
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 26m
£86–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
8h 26m
£34–53
Drive 195.7 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsfordcar 195.7 mi
3h 54m
£50–72
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 35m
£297–993
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Stansted Airporttrain Cardiff Central - Stansted Airport
8h 27m
£120–196
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane CWL - STN
7h 40m
£65–244
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 43m
£84–228

Merthyr Tydfil to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 202.2 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Bus Station via Greyfriars Road GJ, Cardiff North Road, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Coach Station in around 8h 26m.

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