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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Didcot Parkway, Swindon and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Oxford to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Oxford and Merthyr Tydfil is 126 miles. The road distance is 107.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train via Swindon which takes 3h 38m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Oxford to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Oxford to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Where does the Oxford to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Oxford to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Merthyr Tydfil is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Oxford to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 712+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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

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Train via Swindon
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
3h 38m
£50–94
Drive 106.7 mi
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1. Drive from Oxford to Merthyr Tydfilcar 106.7 mi
2h 16m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
4h 13m
£45–86
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Magdalen Street to Royal Wellbus X52
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
5h 8m
£35–60

Oxford to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 125.6 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Oxford to Merthyr Tydfil via Didcot Parkway, Swindon, and Cardiff Central in around 3h 38m.

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