Trains to Merthyr Tydfil from Halifax
| First train | 07:17 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:37 | |
| Departure station | Halifax | |
| Arrival station | Merthyr Tydfil | |
| Journey time | From 6h 38m | |
| Distance | 151 miles (243 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Grand Central Railway |
Travel from Halifax to Merthyr Tydfil by train in 6 hours 38 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Halifax to Merthyr Tydfil by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Halifax to Merthyr Tydfil by train is 8 hours 52 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 6 hours 38 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day travelling the 151 miles (243 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way to Merthyr Tydfil. You'll be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express on your way to Merthyr Tydfil, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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