What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to St Helens?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to St Helens is to bus and train via Newtown which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to St Helens?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to St Helens is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and St Helens?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to St Helens. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at St Helens Central via Cardiff Central, Crewe and Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to St Helens?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and St Helens is 207 miles. The road distance is 150.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to St Helens without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to St Helens?

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to St Helens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to St Helens train from?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to St Helens train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to St Helens?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to St Helens is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to St Helens.

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

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Where can I stay near St Helens?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to St Helens 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 Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain
5h 49m
£67–114
Bus, train via Newtown
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus Stationbus X75
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain
8h 22m
£36–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trevithick Memorial to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 2bus 76
2. Take the train from Abergavenny to Chestertrain
3. Take the bus from North John Street to St Helens Central Interchangebus 10A
7h 12m
Drive 149.3 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to St Helenscar 149.3 mi
3h 7m
£38–54

Merthyr Tydfil to St Helens by train

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Distance: 206 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to St Helens Central via Cardiff Central, Crewe, and Wigan North Western in around 5h 49m.

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