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Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Rotherham and Merthyr Tydfil takes 6h 11m and the fastest train takes 5h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Rotherham 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.

6h 11m
Duration
224 mi
Distance
£114
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Sheffield to Bristol Parkwaytrain train
  2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain train
  3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain train
5h 49m
£91–152

Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Rotherham and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 7:58 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 6h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales10h 35m • 3 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 3m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 34m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 4m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 36m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 3m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 34m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 4m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 36m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 3m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 34m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 4m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 36m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 33m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 4m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 34m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 6m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Rotherham to Merthyr Tydfil.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 223.7 mi
  • Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Merthyr Tydfil via Sheffield, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 5h 49m.

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