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Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SAR 27.47, with average prices for this route around SAR 29.10.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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الثلاثاء, 24 يونيو
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الأربعاء, 25 يونيو
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الخميس, 26 يونيو
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الجمعة, 27 يونيو
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السبت, 28 يونيو
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الأحد, 29 يونيو
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الاثنين, 30 يونيو

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
06:09 Merthyr Tydfil	07:01 Cathays	52m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:39 Merthyr Tydfil	07:31 Cathays	52m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:09 Merthyr Tydfil	08:01 Cathays	52m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:39 Merthyr Tydfil	08:31 Cathays	52m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:09 Merthyr Tydfil	09:01 Cathays	52m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:39 Merthyr Tydfil	09:31 Paris	52m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

06:09

Last train

22:37

Departure station

Merthyr Tydfil

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

49m

Distance

33 km

Price

SAR 27.47*

Train operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Train Ticket Types

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Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Train prices and times

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Train Route Details