The average train between Harrogate and Merthyr Tydfil takes 7h 6m and the fastest train takes 5h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Harrogate 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 Harrogate and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harrogate is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 11:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 7h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



5h 58m • 3 changes



6h 1m • 3 changes



6h • 3 changes



6h 11m • 3 changes



5h 58m • 3 changes



6h 1m • 3 changes



6h • 3 changes



6h 11m • 3 changes



5h 58m • 3 changes



6h 1m • 3 changes



6h • 3 changes



6h 11m • 3 changes



5h 58m • 3 changes



6h 1m • 3 changes



6h • 3 changes



6h 11m • 3 changes
Want to know about travelling from Harrogate 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 Harrogate to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Harrogate station and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.
Harrogate to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Leeds station.
Harrogate to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Harrogate to Merthyr Tydfil train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Harrogate and Merthyr Tydfil is 278.3 km. The road distance is 424 km.
You can take a train from Harrogate to Merthyr Tydfil via Leeds, Cheltenham Spa, and Cardiff Central in around 6h 59m.