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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at RAFA Club via Wrexham Bus Station 1, Bus Station and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Chester to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Chester and Merthyr Tydfil is 143 miles. The road distance is 123.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 26m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Chester to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Chester to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Wrexham Bus Station 1.

Where does the Chester to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Chester to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chester to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Merthyr Tydfil is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Chester to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 690+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Chester to Merthyr Tydfil - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 2 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Abergavennytrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
4h 26m
£45–107
Drive 122.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Merthyr Tydfilcar 122.5 mi
2h 39m
£30–43
Line 2 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3bus x76
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to RAFA Clubbus T4
7h 40m

Chester to Merthyr Tydfil by train, foot, and bus

50Weekly Services

4h 26mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chester to Merthyr Tydfil.

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Distance: 142.4 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to RAFA Club via Wrexham Bus Station 7, Wrexham Bus Station 1, Bus Station, and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 in around 7h 40m.

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