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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Gloucester is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Gloucester is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Gloucester?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Gloucester via Cardiff North Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Gloucester?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Gloucester via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Gloucester?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Gloucester is 80 miles. The road distance is 59.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Gloucester without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Gloucester, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Gloucester?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Gloucester is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £26 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Gloucester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Gloucester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Gloucester?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Gloucester is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Gloucester.

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

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best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Gloucestertrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2h 25m
£32–61
Drive 59.5 mi
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1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Gloucestercar 59.5 mi
1h 16m
£15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Gloucesterbus Uk077
4h 36m
£16–26

Merthyr Tydfil to Gloucester by train

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Distance: 79.6 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Gloucester via Cardiff Central in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Gloucester via Greyfriars Road GJ and Cardiff North Road in around 4h 36m.

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