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

The cheapest way to get from Greenock to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £35 - £110 and takes 14h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greenock to Merthyr Tydfil is to fly and train which takes 6h 3m and costs £45 - £140.

How far is it from Greenock to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Greenock and Merthyr Tydfil is 399 miles. The road distance is 380.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greenock to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 37m and costs £75 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 9h 37m to get from Greenock to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Greenock to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Stance 1 station.

Where does the Greenock to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Greenock to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Greenock to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenock to Merthyr Tydfil is 381 miles. It takes approximately 6h 51m to drive from Greenock to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 694+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Greenock to Merthyr Tydfil - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Greenock and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Greenock to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Stance 1 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 14h 15m.

There are 9 ways to get from Greenock to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Abergavenny
3. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorial76
9h 37m
£75–220
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Buchanan Bus Station906 / ...
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
14h 15m
£38–108
Drive 378.5 mi
1. Drive from Greenock to Merthyr Tydfil378.5 mi
6h 51m
£94–136
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
6h 3m
£50–135
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Waterloo Lane906 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Liverpool Lime Street
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 4T12
4. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to RAFA ClubT4
14h 42m
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Greenock West to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
7h 10m
£56–148
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Greenock West to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
4. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Central
5. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
7h 8m
£87–219
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
7h 33m
£70–201
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
7h 47m
£105–283

Greenock to Merthyr Tydfil by train, foot, and bus

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9h 37mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 397 mi
Duration: 9h 37m

What companies run services between Greenock, Scotland and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a bus from Stance 1 to Merthyr Tydfil College via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 14h 15m.

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