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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via County Hall, Bristol Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Axminster and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Axminster and Merthyr Tydfil is 165 miles. The road distance is 108.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, depart from Trinity Square station.

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

Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Axminster station.

Train or bus from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Waterstones station.

Where does the Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
4h 27m
£65–147
Drive 108.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfilcar 108.3 mi
2h 14m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Bus Stationbus 106 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus
7h 37m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
6h 19m

Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Map of how to get from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil.

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Distance: 164.2 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Temple Meads, and Cardiff Central in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Square to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 via Waterstones, County Hall, Bristol Bus Station, Cardiff North Road, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 7h 37m.

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