Swansea to Merthyr Vale by train
| First train | 02:38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:29 | |
| Departure station | Swansea | |
| Arrival station | Merthyr Vale | |
| Journey time | From 1h 48m | |
| Distance | 26 miles (42 km) | |
| Frequency | 30 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Travelling from Swansea to Merthyr Vale by train
Looking to travel from Swansea to Merthyr Vale by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 40 minutes to travel from Swansea to Merthyr Vale by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 48 minutes though. You'll usually find 30 trains per day running along the 26 miles (42 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Merthyr Vale, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to get to Merthyr Vale – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Swansea to Merthyr Vale 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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Cheap train tickets from Swansea to Merthyr Vale
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