Dublin, Ireland to Merthyr Tydfil: Road Trip Guide & Distance

164 miles 264 km · straight line
205.1 miles estimated 330 km · driving distance
4h 8min estimated drive time
€35 - €44 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
131° SE bearing direction

How far is Dublin, Ireland from Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance from Dublin, Ireland to Merthyr Tydfil is 164 miles (264 km) as the crow flies. Merthyr Tydfil is located SE of Dublin, Ireland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 205.1 miles, taking about 4h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Dublin, Ireland is in Ireland, while Merthyr Tydfil is 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Dublin, Ireland 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 Dublin, Ireland to Merthyr Tydfil

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 8min €35 - €44 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 58min $16–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 56min $25–$72* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dublin, Ireland & Merthyr Tydfil

Quick Facts

Dublin, Ireland
53.35°N, 6.26°W
Europe/Dublin
8m 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 151.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients