The cheapest and fastest trains from Chepstow to Merthyr Tydfil
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chepstow to Merthyr Tydfil is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chepstow to Merthyr Tydfil will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
To travel from Chepstow to Merthyr Tydfil you need to make at least one change.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chepstow to Merthyr Tydfil
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chepstow to Merthyr Tydfil among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 50 km
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£36 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chepstow to Merthyr Tydfil train times
The table below shows live departures for Chepstow to Merthyr Tydfil trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:12 Chepstow | 2h16 | 11:28 Merthyr Tydfil | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chepstow to Merthyr Tydfil
Trains from Chepstow to Merthyr Tydfil run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:38, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 06:38 |
Last train 21:54 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Cross Country from Chepstow to Merthyr Tydfil trainsTransport for Wales, Cross Country trains will get you between Chepstow and Merthyr Tydfil from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Cross Country
FAQs: Chepstow to Merthyr Tydfil train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chepstow 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Chepstow and Merthyr Tydfil
- Car Park: Chepstow Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. Step free access is available to Platform 1 (to Gloucester). Platform 2 (for Newport) is only accessible via a footbridge.
- 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: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart from the station entrance, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:30 - 13:00 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near the station entrance.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop outside the station
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