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Trip Overview

The average train between Merthyr Tydfil and Portsmouth takes 5h 7m and the fastest train takes 4h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Merthyr Tydfil to Portsmouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 7m
Duration
163 mi
Distance
£79
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Merthyr Tydfil to Portsmouth train times

Trains run hourly between Merthyr Tydfil and Portsmouth. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Merthyr Tydfil is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Portsmouth at 12:46 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 40m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 38m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 39m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 39m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 38m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 38m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 39m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 38m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 38m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 38m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 38m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 38m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 6m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 7m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 7m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 39m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 38m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 39m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 38m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 38m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 38m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to Portsmouth? 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 Portsmouth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 162.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Portsmouth & Southsea via Cardiff Central in around 5h 10m.

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