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Merthyr Tydfil to Truro trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Merthyr Tydfil and Truro takes 7h 23m and the fastest train takes 5h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Merthyr Tydfil to Truro. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 23m
Duration
241 mi
Distance
£122
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Plymouth

best
  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train
  2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain train
  3. Take the train from Plymouth to Trurotrain train
6h 31m
£92–182

Merthyr Tydfil to Truro train times

Trains run hourly between Merthyr Tydfil and Truro. 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 Truro at 2:04 PM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 7h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 44m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)11h 39m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country12h 18m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)12h 22m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 19m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 23m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 14m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 23m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 17m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 22m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 20m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 24m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 15m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 10m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 46m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 15m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 49m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 53m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 14m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 53m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to Truro? 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 Truro.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 241.2 mi
  • Duration: 7h 23m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Truro via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, and Plymouth in around 6h 31m.

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