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Overview: Train from Christchurch to Merthyr Tydfil
Take a train from Christchurch to Merthyr Tydfil and enjoy the approximately 159 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 4h 9m |
First train 06:09 |
Last train 09:09 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Christchurch to Merthyr Tydfil trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Christchurch and Merthyr Tydfil. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Great Western Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Christchurch to Merthyr Tydfil train
FAQs: Travel by train from Christchurch to Merthyr Tydfil easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Christchurch to Merthyr Tydfil.

The train distance from Christchurch to Merthyr Tydfil is 159 km.
Booking trains from Christchurch to Merthyr Tydfil in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Christchurch to Merthyr Tydfil leaves at 6:09.
The last train from Christchurch to Merthyr Tydfil departs at 9:09.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Christchurch to Merthyr Tydfil.
Yes, you can take the train from Christchurch to Merthyr Tydfil.
To travel from Christchurch to Merthyr Tydfil, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Christchurch to Merthyr Tydfil.
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