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Glasgow Central to Merthyr Tydfil Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Glasgow Central to Merthyr Tydfil? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as BHD 86.620, with average prices for this route around BHD 90.080.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
04:28 Glasgow Central	12:05 Merthyr Tydfil	7h 37m, Changes required	Find Tickets
05:48 Glasgow Central	13:05 Merthyr Tydfil	7h 17m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:29 Glasgow Central	14:05 Merthyr Tydfil	7h 36m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:00 Glasgow Central	15:05 Merthyr Tydfil	7h 5m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:38 Glasgow Central	16:05 Merthyr Tydfil	7h 27m, Changes required	Find Tickets
09:39 Glasgow Central	17:05 Paris	7h 26m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Glasgow Central to Merthyr Tydfil Train Route Details

First train

04:28

Last train

20:06

Departure station

Glasgow Central

Arrival station

Merthyr Tydfil

Journey time

7h 5m

Distance

462 km

Price

BHD 86.620*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

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

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Glasgow Central to Merthyr Tydfil during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Glasgow 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 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 Glasgow Central to Merthyr Tydfil, 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!

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 Glasgow Central to Merthyr Tydfil more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Glasgow Central to Merthyr Tydfil Train Ticket Types

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

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Glasgow Central to Merthyr Tydfil Train prices and times

Glasgow Central to Merthyr Tydfil Train Route Details