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Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Plymouth and Merthyr Tydfil takes 4h 56m and the fastest train takes 4h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth 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.

4h 56m
Duration
188 mi
Distance
£116
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train
  2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain train
  3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain train
4h 25m
£81–157

Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil train times

Trains run hourly between Plymouth and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 4h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 188.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Merthyr Tydfil via Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Central in around 4h 25m.

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