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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe is to bus and train via Birmingham which costs £30 - £80 and takes 9h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Scunthorpe station. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Bus Station via Kingsway GD, Kingsway K14 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Scunthorpe via Cardiff Central, Bristol Parkway and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Scunthorpe is 258 miles. The road distance is 213.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 7h 4m and costs £120 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

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

Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Kingsway K14 station.

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe is to train which takes 7h 4m and costs £120 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 9h 52m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe is 214 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe.

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

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Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe 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 Bristol Parkway
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Sheffield
4. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
7h 4m
£122–213
Bus, train via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Scunthorpe
9h 3m
£31–76
Drive 212.4 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe212.4 mi
3h 47m
£53–77
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trevithick Memorial to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 276
2. Take the train from Abergavenny to Stockport
3. Take the train from Stockport to Scunthorpe
7h 27m
£65–125
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station152
9h 52m
£38–80

Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe by train

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7h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 256.9 mi
Duration: 7h 4m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Scunthorpe via Cardiff Central, Bristol Parkway, and Sheffield in around 7h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Bus Station via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Kingsway GD, Queensway Q1, Kingsway K14, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 52m.

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