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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Southampton Central and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Poole to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Poole and Merthyr Tydfil is 174 miles. The road distance is 126.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs £40 - £350.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Poole to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Poole to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

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

Poole to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Poole to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs £40 - £350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 7h 54m.

Where does the Poole to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Poole to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Poole to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Merthyr Tydfil is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Poole to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
5h 37m
£44–348
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk940 / ...
7h 54m
£28–72
Drive 125.4 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Merthyr Tydfil125.4 mi
2h 44m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meeting House LaneX6
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 49m
£39–60

Poole to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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5h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.7 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Merthyr Tydfil via Southampton Central and Cardiff Central in around 5h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Merthyr Tydfil College via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 7h 54m.

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