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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Chorley?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Yarrow Gate via Kingsway GR, Sophia Gardens, St Peter's Square and Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Chorley is 187 miles. The road distance is 167.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 9m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley, including transfers.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GJ station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley.

Where can I stay near Chorley?

There are 1118+ hotels available in Chorley.

Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 37 bus

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Trevithick Memorial to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 2bus 76
2. Take the train from Abergavenny to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 9m
£71–122
Drive 166.4 mi
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1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Chorleycar 166.4 mi
3h 36m
£41–59
Bus, line 37 bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
3. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Yarrow Gatebus 125
8h 42m
£49–102

Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley by bus, foot, and train

102Weekly Services

6h 9mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Yarrow Gate via Greyfriars Road GJ, Kingsway GR, Talbot Street, Sophia Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, St Peter's Square, and Bolton Interchange in around 8h 42m.

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