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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Castle Way, Huntworth Lane M5, Airport Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Chard to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Chard and Merthyr Tydfil is 121 miles. The road distance is 101.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to line 99 bus and train which takes 4h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Chard to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Chard to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, depart from Essex Close station.

Train or bus from Chard to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Chard to Merthyr Tydfil is to line 30 bus and line 21 bus and bus which takes 5h 49m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Chard to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chard to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Merthyr Tydfil is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Chard to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 698+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Chard to Merthyr Tydfil - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 99 bus

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

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Line 99 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Elder Close to Market House99
2. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
4h 12m
Drive 101.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chard to Merthyr Tydfil101.2 mi
2h 1m
£26–37
Line 30 bus, line 21 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Essex Close to Waterstones30
2. Take the bus from Castle Way to Compass Inn21 / ...
3. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Public Transport InterchangeFal
4. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Kingsway GD
5. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Merthyr Tydfil CollegeX4
5h 49m
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr TydfilAberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
5h 53m
£31–68

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 120.7 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Merthyr Tydfil College via Waterstones, Castle Way, Compass Inn, Huntworth Lane M5, Public Transport Interchange, Airport Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 5h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Merthyr Tydfil via Market House, The Parade, Taunton Station, Taunton, and Cardiff Central in around 5h 53m.

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