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

The cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Rotherham and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Westgate/Unity Place and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange, Bristol Bus Station and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Rotherham and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Rotherham Central and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Sheffield, Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Rotherham and Merthyr Tydfil is 225 miles. The road distance is 181.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange station.

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

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

Train or bus from Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
5h 50m
£91–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
8h 47m
£33–51
Drive 180.8 mi
1. Drive from Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfilcar 180.8 mi
3h 22m
£45–65
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Sheffield 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 56m
£85–142
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Meadowhall to Stockporttrain
2. Take the train from Stockport to Abergavennytrain
3. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
7h 13m
£67–110

Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 223.7 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Merthyr Tydfil via Sheffield, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate/Unity Place to Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange, Bristol Bus Station, Cardiff North Road, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 8h 47m.

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