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Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as IDR 444,764, with average prices for this route around IDR 444,764.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
16:30 4 hours 35 minutes, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	21:05 Merthyr Tydfil	Find Tickets
17:30 5 hours 2 minutes, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	22:32 Merthyr Tydfil	Find Tickets
18:30 5 hours, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	23:30 Merthyr Tydfil	Find Tickets
20:30 10 hours 4 minutes, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	06:34 +1 Merthyr Tydfil	Find Tickets
22:32 10 hours 33 minutes, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	09:05 +1 Merthyr Tydfil	Find Tickets
23:36 9 hours 29 minutes, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	09:05 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil Train Route Details

First train

05:11

Last train

23:36

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Merthyr Tydfil

Journey time

4 hours 35 minutes

Distance

208 km

Price

IDR 444,764*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Northern, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester 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 Manchester 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 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.

Manchester 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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Manchester to Merthyr Tydfil Train prices and times

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