What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay is to bus which costs £21 - £30 and takes 10h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Colwyn Bay is 184 miles. The road distance is 140.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 52m and costs £55 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay?

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay bus from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from RAFA Club station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay.

Where can I stay near Colwyn Bay?

There are 2055+ hotels available in Colwyn Bay.

Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Colwyn Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay. However, there are services departing from RAFA Club and arriving at Central Hotel via Newtown Bus Station, Bus Depot, Bangor Bus Station Stand E and Llandudno Junction Station Stop U. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 5m.

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There are 3 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay 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 Colwyn Baytrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
5h 52m
£57–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus T2
10h 5m
£21–30
Drive 139.9 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Baycar 139.9 mi
3h 33m
£35–51

Merthyr Tydfil to Colwyn Bay by bus, foot, and train

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5h 52mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.7 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Colwyn Bay, Wales?

You can take a bus from RAFA Club to Central Hotel via Newtown Bus Station, Bus Depot, Bangor Bus Station Stand B, Bangor Bus Station Stand E, Broad Street, and Llandudno Junction Station Stop U in around 10h 5m.

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