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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £29 - £45 and takes 5h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Sophia Gardens and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Southampton and Merthyr Tydfil is 139 miles. The road distance is 127.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £45 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
4h 1m
£57–99
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp1
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus X4
5h 13m
£29–45
Drive 127 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Merthyr Tydfilcar 127 mi
2h 58m
£32–46

Southampton to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 138.3 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Sophia Gardens, Westgate Street KG, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 5h 13m.

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