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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Reading is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Bridge Street via Cardiff North Road and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Reading. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Reading via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Reading?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Reading is 133 miles. The road distance is 123.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Reading, including transfers.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Reading bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8.

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Reading?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Reading is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Reading bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Reading bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GJ station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Reading is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Reading.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 54m
£55–111
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Readingbus Uk042
5h 11m
£21–33
Drive 123.1 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Readingcar 123.1 mi
2h 18m
£30–44

Merthyr Tydfil to Reading by train

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Distance: 132.4 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Reading via Cardiff Central in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Bridge Street via Greyfriars Road GJ, Cardiff North Road, and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride in around 5h 11m.

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