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Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Blackpool and Merthyr Tydfil takes 6h 54m and the fastest train takes 5h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool 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 54m
Duration
230 mi
Distance
£102
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain train
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain train
  3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain train
6h 19m
£80–154

Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil train times

Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 10:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 6h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Blackpool to Merthyr Tydfil.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 229.8 mi
  • Duration: 6h 54m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Merthyr Tydfil via Preston, Crewe, and Cardiff Central in around 6h 19m.

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