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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 16m 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 16m
Duration
39 mi
Distance
£15
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Risca & Pontymister to Cardiff Centraltrain train Ebbw Vale Town - Maesteg / ...
  2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain train Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 52m
£13–21

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 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 55m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 56m • 1 change

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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 55m • 1 change

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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 55m • 1 change

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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 38.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 16m

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 52m.

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