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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Halifax is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 10h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Halifax is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Halifax?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station 8 and arriving at Godley Bridge via Cardiff - North Road, Bristol Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Halifax?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Halifax via Cardiff Central, Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Halifax?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Halifax is 226 miles. The road distance is 190 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Halifax without a car is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Halifax, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Merthyr Tydfil to Halifax?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Halifax is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 10h 6m, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £210 and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Halifax bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Halifax train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Halifax?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Halifax is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Halifax.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Halifax - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Halifax by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Halifaxtrain
6h 24m
£74–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
2. Take the bus from Cardiff - North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus
10h 6m
£35–53
Drive 188.9 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Halifaxcar 188.9 mi
3h 53m
£48–69
Fly Cardiff Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane CWL - LBA
9h 6m
£75–206
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus Stationbus x76
3. Take the train from Chester to Halifaxtrain
10h 19m
£35–64
Fly Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane CWL - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Halifaxtrain
8h 33m
£91–186
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane BRS - LBA
8h 40m
£74–170

Merthyr Tydfil to Halifax by train and tram

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Distance: 225 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Halifax via Cardiff Central, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Godley Bridge via Greyfriars Road GJ, Cardiff - North Road, Bristol Bus Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 10h 6m.

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