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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 8h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Interchange/E2 and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Birmingham Coach Station, Bristol Bus Station and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Sheffield and Merthyr Tydfil is 208 miles. The road distance is 176.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £100 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

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

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

Train or bus from Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £100 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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

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

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Train
best
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 14m
£105–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus
8h 18m
£42–93
Drive 175.1 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfilcar 175.1 mi
3h 25m
£43–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain
2. Take the train from Stockport to Abergavennytrain
3. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
6h 7m
£70–128

Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 206.7 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Merthyr Tydfil via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Birmingham Coach Station, Bristol Bus Station, Cardiff North Road, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 8h 18m.

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