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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Basildon is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Basildon is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Basildon via Cardiff Central, Paddington and Barking. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Basildon?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Basildon is 198 miles. The road distance is 195.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Basildon without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £80 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Basildon, including transfers.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Basildon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Tydfil station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Basildon train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Basildon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Basildon is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Basildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

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Merthyr Tydfil to Basildon - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Basildon by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
4h 42m
£84–177
Bus, train via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road Stop GJbus X4
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus
3. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Charing Crossbus 9 / ...
4. Take the bus from Charing Cross to Barking Stationbus N15
5. Take the train from Barking to Basildontrain
7h 56m
£27–143
Drive 194 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Basildoncar 194 mi
3h 48m
£48–69
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
8h 1m
£75–301
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 201 / ...
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Brentwoodtrain Elizabeth / ...
8h 26m
£65–141
Train, train to Cardiff Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barrytrain
3. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
4. Take the train from West Ham to Basildontrain
8h 1m
£263–842

Merthyr Tydfil to Basildon by train and subway

196Weekly Services

4h 42mAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 196.7 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Basildon via Cardiff Central, London Paddington, Paddington, Barking station, and Barking in around 4h 42m.

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