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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £18 - £55 and takes 9h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Mechanics Institute and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Preston, Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Burnley and Merthyr Tydfil is 237 miles. The road distance is 184 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £65 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

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

Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £65 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £55 and takes 9h 49m.

Where does the Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
6h 30m
£66–208
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk940 / ...
9h 49m
£19–53
Drive 182.9 mi
1. Drive from Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil182.9 mi
3h 48m
£46–66
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill InterchangeX43
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 58m

Burnley to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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6h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 235.5 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Merthyr Tydfil via Preston, Crewe, and Cardiff Central in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mechanics Institute to Merthyr Tydfil College via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 9h 49m.

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