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Trip Overview

The average train between Ayr and Merthyr Tydfil takes 10h 34m and the fastest train takes 7h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Ayr 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.

10h 34m
Duration
444 mi
Distance
£178
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Ayr to Merthyr Tydfil train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Ayr and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ayr is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 1:03 PM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 10h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales14h 28m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales13h 58m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales13h 58m • 3 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 58m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 28m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 28m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 28m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 58m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 28m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 28m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 28m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 28m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 28m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 28m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 28m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 43m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 43m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 44m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales14h 18m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 58m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 28m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 28m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 28m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 58m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 28m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 28m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 28m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 443.8 mi
  • Duration: 10h 34m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a train from Ayr to Merthyr Tydfil via Glasgow Central, Crewe, and Cardiff Central in around 9h 46m.

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