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 58m.

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 7m and costs £60 - £200.

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 18h 11m.

How far is it from Belfast to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Belfast and Merthyr Tydfil is 361 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 20m and costs £120 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m 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 697+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Belfast to Merthyr Tydfil by plane, train, ferry, bus, car ferry, 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
best
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 58m
£45–143
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
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 18m
£40–178
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead
3. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff Central
14h 20m
£128–197
Bus, ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2X1 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
3. Take the train from Holyhead to Abergavenny
4. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorial76
14h 52m
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 11m
£92–181
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 7m
£61–195
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 56m
£70–275
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 26m
£66–210
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
18h 11m
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
2. Drive from Cairnryan to Merthyr Tydfil
9h 24m
£116–182

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

21Weekly Services

14h 20mAverage Duration

£128Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Belfast to Merthyr Tydfil.

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Distance: 358.7 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

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 Belfast Grand Central to Merthyr Tydfil via Dublin Connolly, George's Dock, The Point, Dublin Ferryport B+I, Holyhead, Holyhead, and Cardiff Central in around 14h 20m.

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