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

The cheapest way to get from Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus via Bristol which costs £20 - £75 and takes 6h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Saltash and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Callington Road and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Plymouth Coach Station, Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Saltash and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Saltash and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Plymouth, Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Saltash and Merthyr Tydfil is 194 miles. The road distance is 167.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £29 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £29 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £20 - £75 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil is 167 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
5h 21m
£30–141
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bus StationUk049 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
6h 47m
£20–71
Drive 166.2 mi
1. Drive from Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil166.2 mi
2h 57m
£42–61
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
6h 28m
£51–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Sophia GardensCp5
7h 4m
£33–71

Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192.4 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a train from Saltash to Merthyr Tydfil via Plymouth, Bristol Temple Meads, and Cardiff Central in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Callington Road to Merthyr Tydfil College via Railway Station, Plymouth Coach Station, Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 6h 47m.

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