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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Newtown?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from RAFA Club and arriving at Park Street. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Newtown?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Newtown (Powys) via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Newtown is 75 miles. The road distance is 68.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs .

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

The bus from RAFA Club to Park Street takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs every two hours.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from RAFA Club station.

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Park Street station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Park Streetbus T4
2h 35m
Drive 68.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Newtowncar 68.1 mi
1h 36m
£17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newtown (Powys)train
5h 4m
£63–114

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Distance: 74.7 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Newtown, Powys, Wales?

Celtic Travel operates a bus from RAFA Club to Park Street every 2 hours, and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown (Powys) via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 5h 4m.

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