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Trip Overview

The average train between Merthyr Tydfil and Sheffield takes 5h 31m and the fastest train takes 4h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Merthyr Tydfil to Sheffield. 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 31m
Duration
207 mi
Distance
£104
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain train
  2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain train
5h 19m
£83–133

Merthyr Tydfil to Sheffield train times

Trains run hourly between Merthyr Tydfil and Sheffield. 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 Sheffield at 10:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 5h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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

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  • Distance: 206.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Sheffield via Cardiff Central and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 19m.

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