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

140.4 miles 225.9 km · straight line
168.9 miles actual route 271.8 km · driving distance
3h 26min estimated drive time
£26 - £32 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
278° W bearing direction

How far is London, United Kingdom from Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance from London, United Kingdom to Merthyr Tydfil is 140.4 miles (225.9 km) as the crow flies. Merthyr Tydfil is located W of London, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 168.9 miles, taking about 3h 26min. 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. 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 London, 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 London, United Kingdom to Merthyr Tydfil

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 26min £26 - £32 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 7min $14–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 16min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between London, United Kingdom & Merthyr Tydfil

Quick Facts

London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°W
Europe/London
11m 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 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 177.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM