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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Torquay and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Fleet Street and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Sherborne Road, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Newton Abbot, Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Torquay and Merthyr Tydfil is 166 miles. The road distance is 141.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 41m and costs £28 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Fleet Street station.

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

Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 41m and costs £28 - £120. Alternatively, you can line 12 bus and line 7 bus and bus, which costs £22 - £60 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Sherborne Road station.

Where does the Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 12 bus

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot 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
4h 41m
£29–113
Line 12 bus, line 7 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fleet Street to Sherborne Road12
2. Take the bus from Sherborne Road to Bus Station7
3. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
5. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Merthyr Tydfil CollegeX4
7h 37m
£22–58
Drive 141 mi
1. Drive from Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil141 mi
2h 36m
£35–51
Train
1. Take the train from Paignton 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
5h 50m
£54–101

Torquay to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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4h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164.8 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Merthyr Tydfil via Newton Abbot, Bristol Temple Meads, and Cardiff Central in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleet Street to Merthyr Tydfil College via Sherborne Road, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 7h 37m.

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