The average train between Dover and Merthyr Tydfil takes 5h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover 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 Dover and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 9:33 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 5h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Dover to Merthyr Tydfil? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dover to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.
Dover to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Merthyr Tydfil station.
Book your Dover to Merthyr Tydfil train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dover and Merthyr Tydfil is 332.3 km. The road distance is 399 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Merthyr Tydfil via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 5h 12m.