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Outbound fromMaesteg to Merthyr Tydfil by train
It takes an average of 2h 37m to travel from Maesteg to Merthyr Tydfil by train, over a distance of around 15 miles (24 km). There are normally 26 trains per day travelling from Maesteg to Merthyr Tydfil and tickets for this journey start from £5.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:14 | |
| Departure station | Maesteg | |
| Arrival station | Merthyr Tydfil | |
| Journey time | From 2h 12m | |
| Distance | 15 miles (24 km) | |
| Frequency | 26 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £5.40 | |
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How to travel from Maesteg to Merthyr Tydfil by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Maesteg to Merthyr Tydfil? Look no further.
You'll usually find 26 trains per day running between Maesteg and Merthyr Tydfil, which usually take 2 hours 37 minutes to complete the 15 miles (24 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 12 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Merthyr Tydfil by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both Great Western Railway and Transport for Wales trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Maesteg to Merthyr Tydfil start from £5.40 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Merthyr Tydfil? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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