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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 26m and the fastest train takes 6h 8m. 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 26m
Duration
316 mi
Distance
£160
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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7h 32m
£128–202

Middlesbrough to Merthyr Tydfil train times

Trains run every 2 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 11:49 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 12:33 PM. All services require a transfer at Darlington and take an average of 8h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales12h 43m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales6h 57m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales7h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales7h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales7h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales6h 57m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales7h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales7h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales7h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales6h 57m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales7h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales7h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales7h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales6h 57m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales7h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales7h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales7h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales6h 57m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales7h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales7h 7m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales7h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales9h 4m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales7h 39m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales8h 40m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales6h 37m • 3 changes

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.

Map of how to get from Middlesbrough to Merthyr Tydfil.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 315.7 mi
  • Duration: 8h 26m

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

You can take a train from Middlesbrough to Merthyr Tydfil via Darlington, Birmingham New Street, and Cardiff Central in around 7h 32m.

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