Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea: Road Trip Guide & Distance

25.8 miles 41.5 km · straight line
31.4 miles actual route 50.6 km · driving distance
42min estimated drive time
£5 - £6 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
250° WSW bearing direction

How far is Merthyr Tydfil from Swansea?

The distance from Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea is 25.8 miles (41.5 km) as the crow flies. Swansea is located WSW of Merthyr Tydfil. By car, the driving distance is approximately 31.4 miles, taking about 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Merthyr Tydfil and Swansea. 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 Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 42min £5 - £6 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Merthyr Tydfil & Swansea

Quick Facts

Merthyr Tydfil
51.75°N, 3.38°W
Europe/London
186m elevation
Swansea
51.62°N, 3.94°W
Europe/London
18m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 9 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 965.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM