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Trains from Merthyr Tydfil (MER) to Plymouth (PLY)

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24

train journeys
per day

100

miles (161 kms)

4hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

06:08 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Merthyr Tydfil (MER) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Merthyr Tydfil and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth is approximately 100 miles (161 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 23 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Merthyr Tydfil and Plymouth.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:08
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:38
    4 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    11:33
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:08
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:38
    4 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    12:32
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:48
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:08
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:38
    4 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    14:32
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:08
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:08
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:38
    4 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    16:32
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:08
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:38
    4 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    17:35
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:08
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:08
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    18:47
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:08
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    19:20
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:08
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    20:49
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:38
    5 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    21:43
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:08
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:38
    4 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    22:34
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:08
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    22:50
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Plymouth
    Merthyr Tydfil to Plymouth

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

About Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Merthyr Tydfil and Plymouth

The travel time between Merthyr Tydfil and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Merthyr Tydfil and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Merthyr Tydfil & Plymouth. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Merthyr Tydfil and Plymouth.

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