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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 10h 7m.

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 8 and arriving at Yarrow Gate via Cardiff North Road, Bristol Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Chorley?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Chorley via Cardiff Central and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Chorley is 216 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 train which takes 5h 58m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m 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 FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 10h 7m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley train arrive?

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 58m
£70–117
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
10h 7m
£37–53
Drive 166.4 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Chorleycar 166.4 mi
3h 36m
£41–60
Fly, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane CWL - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chorleytrain
7h 32m
£58–231

Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley by train

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Distance: 214.9 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Chorley via Cardiff Central and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Yarrow Gate via Greyfriars Road GJ, Cardiff North Road, Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Shudehill Interchange, and Bolton Interchange in around 10h 7m.

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