Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil: Road Trip Guide & Distance

143.7 miles 231.3 km · straight line
224.6 miles actual route 361.4 km · driving distance
4h 13min estimated drive time
£34 - £42 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
186° S bearing direction

How far is Blackpool from Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance from Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil is 143.7 miles (231.3 km) as the crow flies. Merthyr Tydfil is located S of Blackpool. By car, the driving distance is approximately 224.6 miles, taking about 4h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Blackpool 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 Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 13min £34 - £42 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 4min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 0min $27–$79* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Blackpool & Merthyr Tydfil

Quick Facts

Blackpool
53.82°N, 3.04°W
Europe/London
5m 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 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 173.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM