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It takes an average of 4h 53m to travel from London to Merthyr Tydfil by train, over a distance of around 140 miles (226 km). There are normally 52 trains per day travelling from London to Merthyr Tydfil and tickets for this journey start from £39.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:23 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:33 | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Merthyr Tydfil | |
| Journey time | From 3h 14m | |
| Distance | 140 miles (226 km) | |
| Frequency | 52 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £39.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from London to Merthyr Tydfil by train
Looking to travel from London to Merthyr Tydfil by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 53 minutes to travel from London to Merthyr Tydfil by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 14 minutes though. You'll usually find 52 trains per day running along the 140 miles (226 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Merthyr Tydfil, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or Thameslink 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 London 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, as advance tickets start from £39.50.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from London to Merthyr Tydfil?
The price of train tickets from London to Merthyr Tydfil starts at £39.50 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
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