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Risca to Merthyr Tydfil trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Risca and Merthyr Tydfil takes 2h 17m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Risca 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 17m
Duration
39 mi
Distance
£18
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Risca & Pontymister to Cardiff Centraltrain train Ebbw Vale Town - Cardiff Central / ...
  2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain train Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 53m
£15–27

Risca to Merthyr Tydfil train times

Trains run hourly between Risca and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 6:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Risca is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Risca to Merthyr Tydfil.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 38.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Risca, Wales and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a train from Risca & Pontymister to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 1h 53m.

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