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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Cardiff North Road, Bristol Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Doncaster via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Doncaster is 228 miles. The road distance is 189.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster without a car is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs £120 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster, including transfers.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs £120 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Doncastertrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh
6h 12m
£120–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk070 / ...
9h 10m
£32–54
Drive 188.7 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Doncastercar 188.7 mi
3h 27m
£46–67
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Doncastertrain
6h 19m
£115–176
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trevithick Memorial to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 2bus 76
2. Take the train from Abergavenny to Stockporttrain
3. Take the train from Stockport to Doncastertrain
7h 2m
£76–135

Merthyr Tydfil to Doncaster by train

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Distance: 226.8 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Doncaster 5 times a week. Tickets cost £110–160 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Greyfriars Road GJ, Cardiff North Road, Bristol Bus Station, and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 9h 10m.

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