Edinburgh to Merthyr Tydfil: Road Trip Guide & Distance

290.7 miles 467.8 km · straight line
385.2 miles actual route 619.9 km · driving distance
7h 29min estimated drive time
£58 - £72 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
182° S bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance from Edinburgh to Merthyr Tydfil is 290.7 miles (467.8 km) as the crow flies. Merthyr Tydfil is located S of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 385.2 miles, taking about 7h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Merthyr Tydfil

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 29min £58 - £72 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 59min $31–$58* Budget
Train ~7h 7min $46–$135* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Merthyr Tydfil

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m 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 97 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 85.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM