The average train between Merthyr Tydfil and Leeds takes 6h 15m and the fastest train takes 5h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Merthyr Tydfil to Leeds. 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 Merthyr Tydfil and Leeds. 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 Leeds at 10:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 6h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to Leeds? 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 Leeds. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil station and arriving at Leeds station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.
Merthyr Tydfil to Leeds train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Tydfil station.
Merthyr Tydfil to Leeds train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Merthyr Tydfil to Leeds train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Leeds is 258.9 km. The road distance is 407 km.
You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Leeds via Cardiff Central and Bristol Parkway in around 6h 11m.