What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Cheddar Gorge?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Cheddar Gorge. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Tweentown via Kingsway GD, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Cheddar Gorge is 84 miles. The road distance is 70.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge bus from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8.

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 376 bus, which costs and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road Stop GJ station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge.

Where can I stay near Cheddar Gorge?

There are 1845+ hotels available in Cheddar Gorge.

Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff CentralMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to YattonCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 29m
£41–64
Drive 70.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge70.2 mi
1h 39m
£18–26
Bus, line 376 bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road Stop GJX4
2. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station376 / ...
4h 40m

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Distance: 83.8 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheddar Gorge via Cardiff Central and Yatton in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Cheddar Gorge via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Kingsway GD, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Tweentown in around 4h 40m.

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