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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil is to line 12 bus and line 7 bus and bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 8h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Torquay and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Fleet Street and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Sherborne Road, Bampfylde Street and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Newton Abbot, Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Torquay and Merthyr Tydfil is 167 miles. The road distance is 141.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 51m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Fleet Street station.

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

Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 51m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can line 12 bus and line 7 bus and bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Sherborne Road station.

Where does the Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 12 bus

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
4h 51m
£62–125
Line 12 bus, line 7 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fleet Street to Sherborne Roadbus 12
2. Take the bus from Sherborne Road to Bus Stationbus 7
3. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
4. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Tydfil Collegebus X4
8h 16m
£28–46
Drive 141 mi
1. Drive from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfilcar 141 mi
2h 38m
£35–51
Train
1. Take the train from Paignton 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 51m
£65–124

Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 165.9 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Merthyr Tydfil via Newton Abbot, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleet Street to Merthyr Tydfil College via Sherborne Road, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Sophia Gardens, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 8h 16m.

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