The average train between Bristol and Merthyr Tydfil takes 2h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. There is an hourly train service from Bristol 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.
Trains run hourly between Bristol and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.
Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Merthyr Tydfil station.
Book your Bristol to Merthyr Tydfil train tickets online with Cross Country, Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Bristol and Merthyr Tydfil is 63 km. The road distance is 99 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 2h 16m.
