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It takes an average of 13h 11m to travel from Merthyr Tydfil to London Waterloo by train, over a distance of around 141 miles (227 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to London Waterloo and tickets for this journey start from £63.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 21:39 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:39 | |
| Departure station | Merthyr Tydfil | |
| Arrival station | London Waterloo | |
| Journey time | From 13h 11m | |
| Distance | 141 miles (227 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £63.20 | |
| Train operators | Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to London Waterloo by train
Looking to travel from Merthyr Tydfil to London Waterloo by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 13 hours 11 minutes to travel from Merthyr Tydfil to London Waterloo by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 13 hours 11 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 141 miles (227 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to London Waterloo, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or South Western Railway to get to London Waterloo. 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 Merthyr Tydfil to London Waterloo 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 £63.20.
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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.
1. Book in advance
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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