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Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 28.33, with average prices for this route around SAR 29.46. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
22:26 Cardiff Central	23:30 Merthyr Tydfil	1h 4m, Direct		Find Tickets

Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil train route details

First train

05:31

Last train

22:26

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Merthyr Tydfil

Journey time

1h 2m

Distance

33 km

Price

SAR 28.33*

Train Operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil train prices and times

Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil train route details