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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Exeter is to bus which costs £15 - £40 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Exeter is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Cardiff North Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Cardiff Central and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Exeter?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Exeter is 138 miles. The road distance is 121.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Exeter without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 34m and costs £20 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Exeter, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Exeter?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Exeter is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 34m and costs £20 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Exeter is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Exeter.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Exeter - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Exeter by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3h 34m
£21–79
Bus
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 Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 101 / ...
6h 18m
£15–36
Drive 120.8 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Exetercar 120.8 mi
2h 18m
£29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 34m
£41–90

Merthyr Tydfil to Exeter by train

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Distance: 136.8 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Exeter St Davids via Cardiff Central and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Bampfylde Street via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Cardiff North Road, and Bus Station in around 6h 18m.

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