The average train between Merthyr Tydfil and Newtown (Powys) takes 4h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown (Powys). 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 Newtown (Powys). The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Merthyr Tydfil is at 10:37 PM which arrives into Newtown (Powys) at 8:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 4h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown (Powys)? 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 Newtown (Powys). However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil station and arriving at Newtown (Powys) station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.
Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown (Powys) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Tydfil station.
Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown (Powys) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newtown (Powys) station.
Book your Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown (Powys) train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Newtown (Powys) is 85.1 km. The road distance is 262 km.
You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Newtown (Powys) via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 5h 4m.