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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Poole is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Kingsway GD and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Poole. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Poole via Cardiff Central and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Poole?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Poole is 174 miles. The road distance is 125.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Poole without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £50 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Poole, including transfers.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Poole bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Poole?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Poole is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £50 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £80 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Poole bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Poole bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Poole train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Poole is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Poole.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Poole
5h 35m
£52–177
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach Station035 / ...
7h 45m
£27–76
Drive 124.7 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Poole124.7 mi
2h 45m
£32–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SalisburyCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to The GeorgeX6
7h 14m
£40–69

Merthyr Tydfil to Poole by train

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5h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.6 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Poole via Cardiff Central and Southampton Central in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Seldown Coach Station via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Kingsway GD, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 45m.

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