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Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Merthyr Tydfil travel guide

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You're Going to Love Merthyr Tydfil

With a population of 30,821, Merthyr Tydfil is a must-see destination in Wales, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Merthyr Tydfil to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Merthyr Tydfil

If you’re looking for affordable options, Scorchini's Pizzeria (High St) and Nant Ddu Lodge (Cwm Taf) are great picks.

When to visit Merthyr Tydfil

Merthyr Tydfil in August
Estimated hotel price
£51
1 night at 3-star hotel
Merthyr Tydfil in August
Estimated hotel price
£51
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Merthyr Tydfil

Plane

Although Merthyr Tydfil doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL), which is located 39 km from Merthyr Tydfil. The shortest domestic flight to Merthyr Tydfil departs from Glasgow and takes around 7h 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Merthyr Tydfil, followed by Great Western Railway. The train journey from Merthyr Tydfil to London takes 1h 48m and costs around £67 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Newcastle upon Tyne, expect to pay about £1,231 for a 10h 01m trip. Located 2.8 km from the city centre, Merthyr Tydfil Pentre Bach, Gwent is the busiest station in Merthyr Tydfil. Another popular train station is Merthyr Tydfil, located 0.3 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Merthyr Tydfil is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 226 km from Merthyr Tydfil. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Merthyr Tydfil, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From London, the bus ride to Merthyr Tydfil takes 282 km and will cost you around £25. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £13 for a journey of 394 km.

Plane

Although Merthyr Tydfil doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL), which is located 39 km from Merthyr Tydfil. The shortest domestic flight to Merthyr Tydfil departs from Glasgow and takes around 7h 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Merthyr Tydfil, followed by Great Western Railway. The train journey from Merthyr Tydfil to London takes 1h 48m and costs around £67 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Newcastle upon Tyne, expect to pay about £1,231 for a 10h 01m trip. Located 2.8 km from the city centre, Merthyr Tydfil Pentre Bach, Gwent is the busiest station in Merthyr Tydfil. Another popular train station is Merthyr Tydfil, located 0.3 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Merthyr Tydfil is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 226 km from Merthyr Tydfil. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Merthyr Tydfil, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From London, the bus ride to Merthyr Tydfil takes 282 km and will cost you around £25. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £13 for a journey of 394 km.

Airports near Merthyr Tydfil

BRSBristol
BHXBirmingham
CWLCardiff Wales

Airlines serving Merthyr Tydfil

Lufthansa
Good (7,042 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,788 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,696 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,695 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,213 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,242 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (345 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,053 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Merthyr Tydfil

Most booked hotels in Merthyr Tydfil

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James' Place at Brynawel
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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Tunnel Cottages at Blaen-nant-y-Groes Farm
0 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£61+
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Llwyn Onn Guest House
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£95+
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Lord Nelson Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£73+
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The Marquis Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£116+
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Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£78+
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Hiring a car in Merthyr Tydfil

Hiring a car in Merthyr Tydfil costs £38 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Merthyr Tydfil.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Merthyr Tydfil (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Merthyr Tydfil is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 48% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Merthyr Tydfil costs £38 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Merthyr Tydfil.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Merthyr Tydfil (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Merthyr Tydfil is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 48% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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