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Wolverhampton to Merthyr Tydfil trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Wolverhampton and Merthyr Tydfil takes 4h 21m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Wolverhampton 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.

4h 21m
Duration
144 mi
Distance
£70
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Wolverhampton to Merthyr Tydfil train times

Trains run hourly between Wolverhampton and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Wolverhampton is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 8:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 33m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales3h 45m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales3h 33m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales3h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 33m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales3h 45m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales3h 33m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales3h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 33m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales3h 45m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales3h 33m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales3h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryTransport for Wales4h 36m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryTransport for Wales3h 45m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton to Merthyr Tydfil.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 144.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a train from Wolverhampton to Merthyr Tydfil via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 4h 38m.

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