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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Matlock is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Matlock is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Matlock?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Olde Englishe Road via Kingsway GD, Kingsway K14, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Matlock?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Matlock via Cardiff Central and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Matlock?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Matlock is 190 miles. The road distance is 157.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Matlock without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs £50 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Matlock, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Matlock?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Matlock is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs £50 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Matlock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Matlock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Matlock?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Matlock is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Matlock.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Matlock 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 DerbyCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
5h 46m
£51–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road Stop GJX4
2. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Queensway Q1
3. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
4. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station134 / ...
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Olde Englishe RoadTp
8h 17m
£36–75
Drive 156.2 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Matlock156.2 mi
3h 4m
£39–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trevithick Memorial to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 276
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derby
6h 56m
£49–109

Merthyr Tydfil to Matlock by train

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Distance: 189.4 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Matlock via Cardiff Central and Derby in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Olde Englishe Road via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Kingsway GD, Queensway Q1, Kingsway K14, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 17m.

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