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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 7h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station 8 and arriving at Great Western Road via Sophia Gardens and Bampfylde Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Paignton via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Paignton is 166 miles. The road distance is 143.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 46m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton, including transfers.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 46m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton.

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

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbottrain
4h 46m
£63–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde Streetbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Great Western Roadbus 501
7h 12m
£26–45
Drive 142.5 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Paigntoncar 142.5 mi
2h 39m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
5h 51m
£64–125

Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton by train

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Distance: 164.7 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, and Newton Abbot in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Great Western Road via Greyfriars Road GJ, Sophia Gardens, and Bampfylde Street in around 7h 12m.

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