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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Nottingham and Merthyr Tydfil is 189 miles. The road distance is 155.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £80 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

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

Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £80 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
4h 44m
£81–120
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp2
6h 54m
£32–52
Drive 154.4 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfilcar 154.4 mi
2h 43m
£39–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
7h 11m
£56–106

Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 188.1 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Sophia Gardens twice a week. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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