The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Merthyr Tydfil station (MER)
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£-0
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Merthyr Tydfil station (MER) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Merthyr Tydfil station (MER) you need to make at least 2 changes.










Live departures
Liverpool Central (LVC) to Merthyr Tydfil station (MER) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Central (LVC) to Merthyr Tydfil station (MER) trains for today, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:08 Liverpool Central (LVC) | 4h50 | 13:58 Merthyr Tydfil station (MER) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:08 Liverpool Central (LVC) | 4h50 | 14:58 Merthyr Tydfil station (MER) | 2 changes | |
| Friday 5 December | |||||
![]() | 06:08 Liverpool Central (LVC) | 4h50 | 10:58 Merthyr Tydfil station (MER) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 07:08 Liverpool Central (LVC) | 4h50 | 11:58 Merthyr Tydfil station (MER) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 08:08 Liverpool Central (LVC) | 4h50 | 12:58 Merthyr Tydfil station (MER) | 2 changes | |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Liverpool Central (LVC) to Merthyr Tydfil station (MER) by train
Compare train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
05 Dec
06 Dec
07 Dec
08 Dec
09 Dec
10 Dec
11 Dec
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Merthyr Tydfil station (MER)
Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Merthyr Tydfil station (MER) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £137 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:07, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 186 km distance in 4h 46m.
Distance 186 km |
Average train duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £137 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 4h 46m |
First train 06:07 |
Last train 23:33 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Merthyr Tydfil station (MER) trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Liverpool Central (LVC) and Merthyr Tydfil station (MER) from £137. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Avanti West Coast
West Midlands Trains
FAQs: Liverpool Central (LVC) to Merthyr Tydfil station (MER) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Merthyr Tydfil station (MER) 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 station (MER), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Central (LVC) and Merthyr Tydfil station (MER)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
- 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
