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Outbound fromManchester to Rhymney by train
It takes an average of 7h 19m to travel from Manchester to Rhymney by train, over a distance of around 127 miles (204 km). There are normally 20 trains per day travelling from Manchester to Rhymney and tickets for this journey start from £36.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:36 | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Rhymney | |
| Journey time | From 4h 36m | |
| Distance | 127 miles (204 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £36.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Take the train from Manchester to Rhymney in 4 hours 36 minutes
If you want to travel from Manchester to Rhymney by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Manchester to Rhymney by train to take around 7 hours 19 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 36 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 20 trains per day running on this route, which spans 127 miles (204 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Rhymney. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Manchester to Rhymney start from £36.80 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Rhymney
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Manchester to Rhymney is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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