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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil is to line 30 bus and bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 6h 6m.

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 1 via Blackbrook BP Garage, Public Transport Interchange and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

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 29m.

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 29m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m 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 29m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can line 30 bus and bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Ilminster Road Busway 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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Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil - 4 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, and bus

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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 29m
£61–123
Line 30 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Ilminster Road Buswaybus 30
2. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Public Transport Interchangebus Fal
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway GRbus 216
4. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus X4
6h 6m
£20–33
Drive 108.3 mi
1. Drive from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfilcar 108.3 mi
2h 14m
£27–39
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 24m
£48–85

Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 164.2 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Square to Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Ilminster Road Busway, Blackbrook BP Garage, Public Transport Interchange, Kingsway GR, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 6h 6m.

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