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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Exeter and Merthyr Tydfil is 138 miles. The road distance is 121.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 30m and costs £25 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

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

Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 30m and costs £25 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £18 - £50 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
3h 30m
£26–77
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
3. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Merthyr Tydfil CollegeX4
5h 2m
£18–50
Drive 120.5 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil120.5 mi
2h 16m
£30–44
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr TydfilAberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
3h 55m
£48–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia GardensCp5
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1X4
5h 21m
£29–56

Exeter to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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3h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 136.8 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Merthyr Tydfil via Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Central in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Merthyr Tydfil College via Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 5h 2m.

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