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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay is to bus via Bristol which costs £24 - £45 and takes 7h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station 8 and arriving at Torquay Grammar Schools via Cardiff North Road, Bristol Bus Station and Sidwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay. 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 47m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Torquay is 166 miles. The road distance is 142.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay, including transfers.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay.

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay 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 Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbottrain
4h 47m
£63–123
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087 / ...
7h 59m
£24–43
Drive 141.3 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Torquaycar 141.3 mi
2h 38m
£35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde Streetbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sherborne Roadbus 2 / ...
8h 2m
£31–53

Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay by train

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Distance: 164.7 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Paignton via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, and Newton Abbot in around 4h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Torquay Grammar Schools via Greyfriars Road GJ, Cardiff North Road, Bristol Bus Station, and Sidwell Street in around 7h 59m.

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