- Distance: 11.3 mi
- Duration: 1h 30m
The average train between Pontypridd and Merthyr Tydfil takes 1h 30m and the fastest train takes 29 min. There is an hourly train service from Pontypridd 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 Pontypridd and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontypridd is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 11:29 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pontypridd station and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.
Pontypridd to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Pontypridd station.
Pontypridd to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Merthyr Tydfil station.
Book your Pontypridd to Merthyr Tydfil train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Pontypridd and Merthyr Tydfil is 16.4 km. The road distance is 18 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Pontypridd to Merthyr Tydfil hourly. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 30 min.
