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Trip Overview

The average train between Merthyr Tydfil and Cheltenham takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheltenham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 43m
Duration
86 mi
Distance
£45
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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2h 39m
£29–58

Merthyr Tydfil to Cheltenham train times

Trains run hourly between Merthyr Tydfil and Cheltenham. 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 Cheltenham at 7:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross Country2h 25m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country2h 12m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country2h 21m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales8h 50m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross Country2h 18m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country2h 18m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country2h 18m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross Country2h 18m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country2h 18m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country2h 18m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross Country2h 18m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country2h 18m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country2h 18m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheltenham? 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.

Map of how to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheltenham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 86.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Cheltenham, England?

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cheltenham Spa via Cardiff Central in around 2h 39m.

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