Merthyr Vale to London Paddington by train
| First train | 05:18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:48 | |
| Departure station | Merthyr Vale | |
| Arrival station | London Paddington | |
| Journey time | From 2h 52m | |
| Distance | 136 miles (219 km) | |
| Frequency | 31 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from Merthyr Vale to London Paddington in 2 hours 52 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Merthyr Vale to London Paddington? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 3 minutes to travel the 136 miles (219 km) from Merthyr Vale to London Paddington by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 52 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 31 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Merthyr Vale to London Paddington in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to London Paddington by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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