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Middlesbrough to Merthyr Tydfil trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Middlesbrough and Merthyr Tydfil takes 8h 1m and the fastest train takes 6h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Middlesbrough to Merthyr Tydfil. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 1m
Duration
339 mi
Distance
£173
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

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7h 57m
£134–227

Middlesbrough to Merthyr Tydfil train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Middlesbrough and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Middlesbrough is at 6:25 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Darlington and take an average of 8h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales12h 8m • 3 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 57m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 57m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 57m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h 27m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h 37m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h 38m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales8h 4m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h 39m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales8h 39m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales8h 9m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Middlesbrough to Merthyr Tydfil? 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: 338.7 mi
  • Duration: 8h 1m

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

You can take a train from Middlesbrough to Merthyr Tydfil via Darlington, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 7h 57m.

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