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How to get fromMerthyr Tydfil to Wiganby bus, train, or car

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

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Trevithick Memorial to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 2bus bus 76
    2. Take the train from Abergavenny to Crewetrain train
    3. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain train
    5h 25m
    £54–89

  2. Bus, train via Newtown

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus bus T4
    2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus Stationbus bus X75
    3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain train
    4. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain train
    7h 12m
    £35–54

  3. Drive  157.6 mi

    1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Wigancar car 157.6 mi
    3h 20m
    £40–57

Merthyr Tydfil to Wigan by bus, foot, and train

Calendar134Weekly Services
Duration5h 25mAverage Duration
Ticket£54Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 168.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 25m

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

There is no direct connection from Merthyr Tydfil to Wigan. However, you can take the bus to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 2, walk to Abergavenny, take the train to Crewe, then take the train to Wigan North Western. Alternatively, you can take a bus from RAFA Club to Wigan North Western via Newtown Bus Station Stand 1, Bus Station, Shrewsbury, and Crewe in around 7h 12m.

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