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

164.6 miles 264.9 km · straight line
205.7 miles estimated 331.1 km · driving distance
4h 8min estimated drive time
£31 - £38 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
272° W bearing direction

How far is Chelmsford, United Kingdom from Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance from Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Merthyr Tydfil is 164.6 miles (264.9 km) as the crow flies. Merthyr Tydfil is located W of Chelmsford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 205.7 miles, taking about 4h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. 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. 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 Chelmsford, United Kingdom and Merthyr Tydfil. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Merthyr Tydfil

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 8min £31 - £38 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 58min $16–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 56min $25–$72* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chelmsford, United Kingdom & Merthyr Tydfil

Quick Facts

Chelmsford, United Kingdom
51.74°N, 0.47°E
Europe/London
33m 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 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 151.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients