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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswich is to bus which costs £40 - £90 and takes 9h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswich is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Cardinal Park Cinema via Cardiff North Road, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Ipswich via Cardiff Central, London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswich?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Ipswich is 242 miles. The road distance is 231.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswich without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswich, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswich?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswich is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswich bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswich?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswich is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswich.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswich 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 London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
5h 2m
£111–218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinemabus 717
9h 45m
£43–88
Drive 229.9 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswichcar 229.9 mi
4h 35m
£56–81
Fly Cardiff Airport to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane CWL - NWI
2. Take the train from Norwich to Ipswichtrain
9h 10m
£209–973
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Gloucestertrain
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Stansted Airporttrain
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinemabus 717
10h 16m
£151–254
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane BRS - STN
3. Take the train from Chelmsford to Ipswichtrain
9h 4m
£92–242
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane BRS - NWI
3. Take the train from Norwich to Ipswichtrain
9h 19m
£135–652

Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswich by train

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Distance: 240.9 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Ipswich via Cardiff Central, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 5h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Cardinal Park Cinema via Greyfriars Road GJ, Cardiff North Road, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Coach Station in around 9h 45m.

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