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Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Merthyr Tydfil
The cheapest option from Birmingham to Merthyr Tydfil is coach, with an average price of £14. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Merthyr Tydfil among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 130 km
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£36 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Merthyr Tydfil train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Merthyr Tydfil trains for today, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 7:30 Birmingham | 3h35 | 11:05 Merthyr Tydfil | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Merthyr Tydfil
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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Birmingham to Merthyr Tydfil, including direct trains, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Lowest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 20:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham to Merthyr Tydfil trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Merthyr Tydfil from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Merthyr Tydfil train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Merthyr Tydfil by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Merthyr Tydfil, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Merthyr Tydfil
Most Birmingham to Merthyr Tydfil trains use the Birmingham New Street to Merthyr Tydfil station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Merthyr Tydfil train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Witton from Birmingham city centre
Witton is 3 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Witton train station facilities and services
Witton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Witton.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Witton: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Witton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Witton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Merthyr Tydfil station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Merthyr Tydfil from Merthyr Tydfil city centre
Merthyr Tydfil train station facilities and services
Merthyr Tydfil has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Merthyr Tydfil.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Merthyr Tydfil. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Merthyr Tydfil: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Merthyr Tydfil: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Merthyr Tydfil: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to the platform from the car park, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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