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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station 8 and arriving at Coach Station via Kingsway Hilton GP, Cardiff Bridge KQ and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Southampton Central via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Southampton is 139 miles. The road distance is 126.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
4h 23m
£53–103
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Coach Stationbus Cp1
5h 25m
£30–50
Drive 125.8 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Southamptoncar 125.8 mi
2h 59m
£31–45

Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton by train

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Distance: 138.3 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton Central via Cardiff Central in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Coach Station via Greyfriars Road GJ, Kingsway Hilton GP, Castle Street, Cardiff Bridge KQ, Talbot Street, and Sophia Gardens in around 5h 25m.

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