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

The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Northampton and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Coach Park and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Sophia Gardens and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Northampton and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Northampton and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Northampton and Merthyr Tydfil is 181 miles. The road distance is 135.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Park station.

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

Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Northampton station.

Train or bus from Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where does the Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Northampton to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
5h 15m
£68–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Park to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus 707 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp2
3. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus X4
6h 43m
£31–50
Drive 134.6 mi
1. Drive from Northampton to Merthyr Tydfilcar 134.6 mi
2h 49m
£34–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Northampton to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
6h 31m
£46–107

Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 180.4 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a train from Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 5h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Park to Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Sophia Gardens, Westgate Street KG, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 6h 43m.

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