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Trains from Merthyr Tydfil (MER) to Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)

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30

train journeys
per day

20

miles (32 kms)

1hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

06:08 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 1 changes)

2

operators run

1

route

Trains from Merthyr Tydfil (MER) to Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Merthyr Tydfil and Port Talbot Parkway , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway is approximately 20 miles (32 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 59 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Merthyr Tydfil and Port Talbot Parkway.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:08
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    08:20
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:38
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    08:39
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    09:13
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:38
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    09:35
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    10:12
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:38
    2 hrs 1 change
    10:38
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:08
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    11:10
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:38
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    11:24
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:08
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    12:10
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:38
    2 hrs 1 change
    12:38
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:08
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    13:12
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:38
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    13:31
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:08
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    14:09
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:38
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    14:21
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:08
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    15:11
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:38
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    15:48
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:08
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    16:10
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:38
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    16:28
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:08
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    17:10
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:38
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    17:43
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Merthyr Tydfil to Port Talbot Parkway

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 Port Talbot Parkway Station

Station name Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)
Address Port Talbot Parkway station, Heilbronn Way, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot, SA13 1UR
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 18:30
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Merthyr Tydfil and Port Talbot Parkway

The travel time between Merthyr Tydfil and Port Talbot Parkway by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Merthyr Tydfil and Port Talbot Parkway vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 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 Port Talbot Parkway typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Merthyr Tydfil and Port Talbot Parkway 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 & Port Talbot Parkway. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Merthyr Tydfil and Port Talbot Parkway.

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