Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil train
Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil
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Train schedule from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil
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Fastest train times from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil
Fastest Journey
1 h 5 m
Average
1 h 8 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
33 km
Of the 3 trains that leave Cardiff for Merthyr Tydfil every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil
 | Distance | 20 miles (32 km) |
 | Average train duration | 1 h 24 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $7 (€6) |
 | Train frequency | 24 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 23 direct trains a day |
 | Train providers | Transport for Wales |
Trains from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil cover the 20 miles (32 km) long trip taking on average 1 h 24 min with our travel partners like Transport for Wales. Normally, there are 24 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $7 (€6), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $7 (€6). Travelers depart most frequently from Cardiff Central and arrive in Merthyr Tydfil.
Travel Tips: Trains from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil
Omio customers who travel this route most frequently depart from Cardiff Central and arrive in Merthyr Tydfil.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Cardiff Central, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city center, and they get off the train at Merthyr Tydfil, located 0.2 miles (375 m) away from the city center.
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Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
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