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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Merthyr Tydfil
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 34 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
226 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Merthyr Tydfil is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Merthyr Tydfil will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 5 buses that leave London for Merthyr Tydfil every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 226 km distance in an average of 5 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Merthyr Tydfil
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Merthyr Tydfil among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 226 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price |
6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Merthyr Tydfil bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Merthyr Tydfil coaches for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:30 London | 6h10 | 04:40 Merthyr Tydfil | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 24 February | |||||
| FlixBus | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 15:00 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h20 | 20:20 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h20 | 21:50 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 23:00 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Merthyr Tydfil
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Buses from London to Merthyr Tydfil run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 226 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 226 km |
Average bus duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:00 |
FAQs: London to Merthyr Tydfil coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Merthyr Tydfil by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Merthyr Tydfil, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Merthyr Tydfil
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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