Trains to Merthyr Tydfil from Glasgow Queen Street
| First train | 06:56 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:45 | |
| Departure station | Glasgow Queen Street | |
| Arrival station | Merthyr Tydfil | |
| Journey time | From 9h 4m | |
| Distance | 287 miles (461 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Glasgow Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil by train
Looking to travel from Glasgow Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 11 hours 21 minutes to travel from Glasgow Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 9 hours 4 minutes though. You'll usually find 3 trains per day running along the 287 miles (461 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Merthyr Tydfil, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or Lumo to get to Merthyr Tydfil. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Glasgow Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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