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How to get fromMerthyr Tydfil to Manchesterby bus, train, car, or plane

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

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Trevithick Memorial to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 2bus bus 76
    2. Take the train from Abergavenny to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
    5h 16m
    £52–85
  2. Drive  156 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Manchestercar car 156 mi
    3h 36m
    £39–56
  3. Train, fly

    1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain train
    2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane plane CWL - MAN
    6h 27m
    £46–218

Merthyr Tydfil to Manchester by bus, foot, and train

Calendar77Weekly Services
Duration5h 16mAverage Duration
Ticket£52Cheapest Price
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What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Manchester, England?

There is no direct connection from Merthyr Tydfil to Manchester. However, you can take the bus to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 2, walk to Abergavenny, then take the train to Manchester Piccadilly. Alternatively, you can drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Manchester in around 3h 36m.

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