The average train between Leeds and Merthyr Tydfil takes 5h 50m and the fastest train takes 5h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Leeds 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 Leeds and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 8:15 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Cheltenham Spa and take an average of 5h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leeds 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 Leeds to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.
Leeds to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Merthyr Tydfil station.
Book your Leeds to Merthyr Tydfil train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Leeds and Merthyr Tydfil is 258.9 km. The road distance is 395 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Merthyr Tydfil via Cheltenham Spa and Cardiff Central in around 5h 35m.