Trains to Wakefield from Merthyr Tydfil
| First train | 05:39 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:37 | |
| Departure station | Merthyr Tydfil | |
| Arrival station | Wakefield | |
| Journey time | From 5h 7m | |
| Distance | 155 miles (250 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to Wakefield by train
Looking to travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Wakefield by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 8 hours 32 minutes to travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Wakefield by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 7 minutes though. You'll usually find 12 trains per day running along the 155 miles (250 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Wakefield, 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 Transport for Wales to get to Wakefield. 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 Wakefield 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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