Compare prices and tickets Guildford to Merthyr Tydfil by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Merthyr Tydfil
Trains from Guildford to Merthyr Tydfil run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £137 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 10:08, the last at 19:39. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 202 km |
Average train duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £137 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 10:08 |
Last train 19:39 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) from Guildford to Merthyr Tydfil trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Guildford and Merthyr Tydfil from £137. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Guildford to Merthyr Tydfil train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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 Guildford and Merthyr Tydfil
Most Guildford to Merthyr Tydfil trains use the Guildford to Merthyr Tydfil station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Merthyr Tydfil train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Guildford station do trains to Merthyr Tydfil leave from?
Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre
Guildford train station facilities and services
Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Guildford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Merthyr Tydfil station do trains from Guildford 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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