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Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Merthyr Tydfil takes 6h 16m and the fastest train takes 4h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple 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.

6h 16m
Duration
177 mi
Distance
£105
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Bristol

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  1. Take the train from Barnstaple 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
5h 18m
£75–146

Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Barnstaple and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 10:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 6h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 176.8 mi
  • Duration: 6h 16m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Merthyr Tydfil via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 5h 18m.

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