The average train between Northampton and Merthyr Tydfil takes 5h 8m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Northampton 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.
Trains run hourly between Northampton and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 6:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 8:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Northampton 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.
No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Northampton station and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.
Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Northampton station.
Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Merthyr Tydfil station.
Book your Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Northampton and Merthyr Tydfil is 179.7 km. The road distance is 290 km.
You can take a train from Northampton to Merthyr Tydfil via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 5h 14m.