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Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 27.69, with average prices for this route around SAR 28.79. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:09 Merthyr Tydfil	07:12 Cardiff Central	1h 3m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:39 Merthyr Tydfil	07:42 Cardiff Central	1h 3m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:09 Merthyr Tydfil	08:12 Cardiff Central	1h 3m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:39 Merthyr Tydfil	08:42 Cardiff Central	1h 3m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:09 Merthyr Tydfil	09:12 Cardiff Central	1h 3m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:39 Merthyr Tydfil	09:42 Paris	1h 3m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

06:09

Last train

22:37

Departure station

Merthyr Tydfil

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

57m

Distance

33 km

Price

SAR 27.69*

Train Operators

Transport for Wales

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

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 Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central 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 Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central 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 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 Central, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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