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Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Axminster and Merthyr Tydfil takes 5h 29m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 29m
Duration
165 mi
Distance
£79
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain train
  3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain train
  4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain train
4h 51m
£59–124

Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil train times

Trains run hourly between Axminster and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Axminster is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 10:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 5h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 25m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 6m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 58m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 27m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 12m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 25m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 6m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 58m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 12m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 25m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 6m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 58m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 12m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 25m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 6m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 165.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Axminster, England and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a train from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 4h 51m.

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