Avanti West Coast
CrossCountry
Trains to Merthyr Tydfil from Rhyl
| First train | 04:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:45 | |
| Departure station | Rhyl | |
| Arrival station | Merthyr Tydfil | |
| Journey time | From 4h 48m | |
| Distance | 109 miles (175 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators |
Trains to Merthyr Tydfil from Rhyl
Want to travel from Rhyl to Merthyr Tydfil by train? Start your journey with us.
It takes an average of 6 hours 53 minutes to travel from Rhyl to Merthyr Tydfil by train. You'll find on average 20 trains per day running on this route.
There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Merthyr Tydfil by train; you'll need to make 1 change.
Trains on this route are operated by Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and CrossCountry.
Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Rhyl to Merthyr Tydfil?
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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 Rhyl to Merthyr Tydfil 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.