Birmingham, United Kingdom to Merthyr Tydfil: Road Trip Guide & Distance

81.2 miles 130.6 km · straight line
105.9 miles actual route 170.4 km · driving distance
2h 11min estimated drive time
£16 - £20 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
232° SW bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Merthyr Tydfil is 81.2 miles (130.6 km) as the crow flies. Merthyr Tydfil is located SW of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 105.9 miles, taking about 2h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, United Kingdom and Merthyr Tydfil. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Merthyr Tydfil

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 11min £16 - £20 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 37min $8–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 4min $13–$37* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Merthyr Tydfil

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Merthyr Tydfil
51.75°N, 3.38°W
Europe/London
186m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 27 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 306.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM