The average train between Essex and Merthyr Tydfil takes 5h 22m and the fastest train takes 4h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Essex 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 every 2 hours between Essex and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 5h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



4h 41m • 3 changes



4h 57m • 3 changes



4h 40m • 3 changes



4h 52m • 3 changes



4h 41m • 3 changes



4h 57m • 3 changes



4h 40m • 3 changes



4h 52m • 3 changes



4h 41m • 3 changes



4h 57m • 3 changes



4h 40m • 3 changes



4h 52m • 3 changes



4h 54m • 3 changes



4h 54m • 3 changes



4h 54m • 3 changes



4h 54m • 3 changes
Want to know about travelling from Essex 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 Essex to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.
Essex to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.
Essex to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Merthyr Tydfil station.
Book your Essex to Merthyr Tydfil train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Essex and Merthyr Tydfil is 272.6 km. The road distance is 344 km.
You can take a train from White Notley to Merthyr Tydfil via Stratford, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 4h 57m.