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Merthyr Tydfil to Derby trains

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The average train between Merthyr Tydfil and Derby takes 4h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Merthyr Tydfil to Derby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 23m
Duration
172 mi
Distance
£89
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain train Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
  2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain train Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
4h 43m
£73–113

Merthyr Tydfil to Derby train times

Trains run hourly between Merthyr Tydfil and Derby. 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 Derby at 9:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross Country3h 51m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country3h 51m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country4h 2m • 1 change

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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross Country3h 51m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country3h 51m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country4h 2m • 1 change

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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross Country3h 51m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country3h 51m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country4h 2m • 1 change

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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross Country3h 51m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country3h 51m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesCross Country4h 2m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to Derby? 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 Derby.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 172.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Derby via Cardiff Central in around 4h 43m.

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