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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Rugby is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Rugby is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Bennett Street via Cardiff North Road, Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Transport Museum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Rugby via Cardiff Central and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Rugby?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Rugby is 162 miles. The road distance is 118.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Rugby without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Rugby, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Rugby?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Rugby is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 86 bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Rugby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Rugby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Rugby is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Rugby.

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Merthyr Tydfil to Rugby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 86 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugbytrain
4h 43m
£75–127
Drive 117.8 mi
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1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Rugbycar 117.8 mi
2h 28m
£29–42
Bus, line 86 bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
4. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
5. Take the bus from Transport Museum to Bennett Streetbus 86
7h 43m
£34–71
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trevithick Memorial to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 2bus 76
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugbytrain
5h 45m
£44–103

Merthyr Tydfil to Rugby by train

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Distance: 161.4 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Rugby via Cardiff Central and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Bennett Street via Greyfriars Road GJ, Cardiff North Road, Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Pool Meadow Bus Station, and Transport Museum in around 7h 43m.

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