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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Merthyr Tydfil (MER)

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33

train journeys
per day

20

miles (32 kms)

1hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

05:26 / 23:38

first / last train

31

direct trains

1

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Merthyr Tydfil (MER)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Merthyr Tydfil , with 31 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 2 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil is approximately 20 miles (32 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 27 mins.

Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Merthyr Tydfil.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:26
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    06:31
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    06:00
    1 hrs 1 min Direct
    07:01
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    06:26
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    07:31
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    06:56
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    08:01
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    07:26
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    08:31
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    07:56
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    09:01
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    08:26
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    09:31
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    08:56
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    10:01
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    09:26
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    10:31
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    09:56
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    11:01
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    10:26
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    11:31
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    10:56
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    12:01
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    11:26
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    12:31
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    11:56
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    13:01
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    12:26
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    13:31
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    12:56
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    14:01
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    13:26
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    14:31
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    13:56
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    15:01
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    14:26
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    15:31
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    14:56
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    16:01
    Cardiff Central
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Merthyr Tydfil Station

Station name Merthyr Tydfil (MER)
Address Merthyr Tydfil station, Tramroad Side, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr, CF47 0AG
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:30 - 13:00
Tuesday 07:30 - 13:00
Wednesday 07:30 - 13:00
Thursday 07:30 - 13:00
Friday 07:30 - 13:00
Saturday 07:30 - 13:00
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Merthyr Tydfil

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Merthyr Tydfil by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Merthyr Tydfil vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:38.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Central and Merthyr Tydfil typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Merthyr Tydfil can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 31 direct services per day from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil

Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Merthyr Tydfil.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Central and Merthyr Tydfil, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.