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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £29 - £55 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Public Transport Interchange and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Plymouth and Merthyr Tydfil is 191 miles. The road distance is 164 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

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

Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Public Transport Interchange station.

Where does the Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
4h 34m
£82–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Public Transport Interchangebus Fal
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway GRbus 216
7h 8m
£29–54
Drive 163 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfilcar 163 mi
2h 59m
£40–58
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
5h 55m
£82–159

Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 189.5 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil via Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Public Transport Interchange, Kingsway GR, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 7h 8m.

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