The average train between Merthyr Tydfil and Blackpool takes 6h 25m and the fastest train takes 5h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Merthyr Tydfil to Blackpool. 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 Merthyr Tydfil and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Merthyr Tydfil is at 10:37 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 9:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 6h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to Blackpool? 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 Merthyr Tydfil to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil station and arriving at Blackpool station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.
Merthyr Tydfil to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Tydfil station.
Merthyr Tydfil to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Merthyr Tydfil to Blackpool train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Blackpool is 231.1 km. The road distance is 370 km.
You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Blackpool North via Cardiff Central, Crewe, and Preston in around 5h 58m.