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Trip Overview

The average train between Penzance and Merthyr Tydfil takes 7h 38m and the fastest train takes 6h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Penzance 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.

7h 38m
Duration
267 mi
Distance
£134
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Penzance to Merthyr Tydfil train times

Trains run hourly between Penzance and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penzance is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 10:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 7h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 5m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 23m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 18m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 5m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 23m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 18m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 5m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 23m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 18m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 51m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 53m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 48m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h 18m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 43m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 41m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 58m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 5m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 23m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 18m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales7h • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 5m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 23m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 18m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penzance 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 Penzance to Merthyr Tydfil.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 266.8 mi
  • Duration: 7h 38m

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

You can take a train from Penzance to Merthyr Tydfil via Plymouth, Bristol Temple Meads, and Cardiff Central in around 7h 9m.

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