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Trains from Merthyr Tydfil (MER) to Holytown

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9

train journeys
per day

282

miles (454 kms)

10hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

06:38 / 23:37

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Merthyr Tydfil (MER) to Holytown

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On a typical weekday there are 9 scheduled rail journeys between Merthyr Tydfil and Holytown , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Merthyr Tydfil to Holytown is approximately 282 miles (454 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 10hrs 39 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Merthyr Tydfil to Holytown. The fastest journey time on this route takes 10hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Merthyr Tydfil to Holytown Today

  • Mon 27th May
    06:38
    9 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    16:32
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Holytown
    Merthyr Tydfil to Holytown
  • Mon 27th May
    07:08
    10 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    17:30
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Holytown
    Merthyr Tydfil to Holytown
  • Mon 27th May
    08:38
    9 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    18:28
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Holytown
    Merthyr Tydfil to Holytown
  • Mon 27th May
    09:08
    10 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    19:25
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Holytown
    Merthyr Tydfil to Holytown
  • Mon 27th May
    10:38
    9 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    20:33
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Holytown
    Merthyr Tydfil to Holytown
  • Mon 27th May
    11:38
    9 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    21:29
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Holytown
    Merthyr Tydfil to Holytown
  • Mon 27th May
    12:38
    9 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    22:35
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Holytown
    Merthyr Tydfil to Holytown
  • Mon 27th May
    13:38
    9 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    23:34
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Holytown
    Merthyr Tydfil to Holytown
  • Mon 27th May
    22:36
    15 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    14:30
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Holytown
    Merthyr Tydfil to Holytown

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 Holytown Station

Station name Holytown (HLY)
Address Holytown station, Jerviston St, Holytown, North Lanarkshire, ML1 4HD
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Merthyr Tydfil and Holytown

The travel time between Merthyr Tydfil and Holytown by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 10hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 10hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Merthyr Tydfil and Holytown vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 9 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:37.

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Amenities on trains between Merthyr Tydfil and Holytown 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 & Holytown. owever, there are 9 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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