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Trains from Merthyr Tydfil to Farnborough

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Trains to Farnborough from Merthyr Tydfil

First train

05:39

Last train

21:39

Departure stationMerthyr Tydfil
Arrival stationFarnborough
Journey time

From 3h 11m

Distance

117 miles (189 km)

Frequency

14 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales

Trains to Farnborough from Merthyr Tydfil

Want to travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Farnborough by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 5 hours 21 minutes to travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Farnborough by train. You'll find on average 14 trains per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Farnborough by train; you'll need to make 2 changes.

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, South Western Railway and CrossCountry trains operate on this route.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Merthyr Tydfil to Farnborough?

Want to know more about your journey from Merthyr Tydfil to Farnborough? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Farnborough from Merthyr Tydfil?

To travel to Farnborough from Merthyr Tydfil, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 5 hours and 21 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 3 hours and 11 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Merthyr Tydfil to Farnborough?

Trains from Merthyr Tydfil to Farnborough take an average of 5 hours and 21 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 3 hours and 11 minutes. You'll usually find 14 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Merthyr Tydfil and Farnborough by train?

The quickest journey time between Merthyr Tydfil and Farnborough by train is 3 hours and 11 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Merthyr Tydfil to Farnborough?

No, there are no direct trains running from Merthyr Tydfil to Farnborough, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Merthyr Tydfil to Farnborough?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Merthyr Tydfil to Farnborough is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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