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Pencoed to Merthyr Tydfil trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Pencoed and Merthyr Tydfil takes 2h 2m and the fastest train takes 1h 39m. There is an hourly train service from Pencoed 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.

2h 2m
Duration
40 mi
Distance
£17
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Pencoed to Cardiff Centraltrain train Swansea - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
  2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain train Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 49m
£14–22

Pencoed to Merthyr Tydfil train times

Trains run hourly between Pencoed and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pencoed is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 54m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 55m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 48m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 52m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 52m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 45m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 55m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 52m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 52m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 45m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 55m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Pencoed to Merthyr Tydfil.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 40 mi
  • Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Pencoed, Bridgend, Wales and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a train from Pencoed to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 1h 49m.

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