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 and line 2 bus and line 11 bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 47m.

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 Cary Parade via Sophia Gardens, Bus Station and John Nash Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

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 Newton Abbot via Cardiff Central and Taunton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Torquay is 167 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 via Taunton which takes 5h 44m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m 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 Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Merthyr Bus Station 8.

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 via Taunton which takes 5h 44m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus and line 11 bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay bus arrive?

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 2 bus

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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 via Taunton
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tauntontrain
3. Take the train from Taunton to Newton Abbottrain
5h 44m
£66–121
Bus, line 2 bus, line 11 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde Streetbus Cp5
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to John Nash Drivebus 2
4. Take the bus from John Nash Drive to Cary Paradebus 11
7h 47m
£28–47
Drive 141.3 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Torquaycar 141.3 mi
2h 38m
£35–51
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 46m
£63–122

Merthyr Tydfil to Torquay by train and bus

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Distance: 165.8 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cary Parade via Cardiff Central, Taunton, Newton Abbot, and Rail Station in around 5h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Cary Parade via Greyfriars Road GJ, Sophia Gardens, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, and John Nash Drive in around 7h 47m.

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