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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay is to bus which costs £30 - £100 and takes 8h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Newquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Newquay station. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Newquay Bus Station via Cardiff North Road and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Newquay?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Newquay via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Newquay is 244 miles. The road distance is 199.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay without a car is to train via Plymouth which takes 7h 38m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay, including transfers.

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

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

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay is to train via Plymouth which takes 7h 38m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £100 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay.

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Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay by train, bus, or car

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Train via Plymouth
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain
7h 38m
£104–208
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newquay Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
8h 23m
£32–99
Drive 198.5 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Newquaycar 198.5 mi
3h 49m
£49–70
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to St Austelltrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
8h 16m
£102–200

Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay by train

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Distance: 242.6 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Newquay via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, and Par in around 7h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Newquay Bus Station via Greyfriars Road GJ, Cardiff North Road, and Bristol Bus Station in around 8h 23m.

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