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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Merthyr Tydfil is to fly and train which costs £45 - £150 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Merthyr Tydfil is to fly and train which takes 5h 6m and costs £60 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Belfast, Europa Buscentre and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 23m.

How far is it from Belfast to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Belfast and Merthyr Tydfil is 360 miles.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train and ferry which takes 14h 19m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Belfast to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Belfast to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where does the Belfast to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Belfast to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 696+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Belfast to Merthyr Tydfil - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, and ferry

There are 10 ways to get from Belfast to Merthyr Tydfil by plane, train, ferry, car ferry, bus, busferry, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Belfast International Airport to Bristol Airport, train
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1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Bristol Airport (BRS)BFS - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
5h 47m
£47–148
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin Connolly
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead
3. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff Central
14h 19m
£109–203
Car ferry, train, bus
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Liverpool
2. Take the train from Chester to Abergavenny
3. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorial76
16h 1m
£99–156
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
19h 23m
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)BHD - CWL
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
5h 6m
£61–229
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Bristol Airport (BRS)BHD - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
5h 17m
£60–198
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)BHD - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
6h 58m
£74–274
Fly Belfast International Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)BFS - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
7h 18m
£71–234
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Liverpool
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 4T12
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to RAFA ClubT4
18h 38m
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
2. Drive from Cairnryan to Merthyr Tydfil
9h 24m
£121–302

Belfast to Merthyr Tydfil by train, foot, bus, and ferry

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14h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 357.7 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Belfast to Merthyr Tydfil. However, you can take the bus to Belfast International Airport, walk to Belfast International Airport (BFS) airport, fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), walk to Public Transport Interchange, take the bus to Temple Meads Stn, walk to Bristol Temple Meads, take the train to Cardiff Central, then take the train to Merthyr Tydfil. Alternatively, you can take a train from Great Victoria Street to Merthyr Tydfil via Dublin Connolly, Sean O'Casey Bridge, The Point, Dublin Ferryport B+I, Holyhead, Holyhead, and Cardiff Central in around 14h 19m.

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