The average train between Pontyclun and Merthyr Tydfil takes 1h 53m and the fastest train takes 1h 30m. There is an hourly train service from Pontyclun 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 Pontyclun and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontyclun is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Pontyclun to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Pontyclun station and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil station via Merthyr Tydfil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.
Pontyclun to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Pontyclun to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Merthyr Tydfil station.
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The distance between Pontyclun and Merthyr Tydfil is 24.8 km. The road distance is 56 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil hourly. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 1h 3m.
