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Compare prices and tickets Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead and enjoy the approximately 200 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 15:24.
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 200 km |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Trains per day 6 |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 15:24 |
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 Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Merthyr Tydfil and Hemel Hempstead. 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
Average Duration
4h 32m
Cheapest Price
£44
Great Western Rail frequency
5 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: Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Hemel Hempstead can be explored comfortably in one to two days, allowing time to enjoy its key attractions such as the Old Town, Gadebridge Park, and the Marlowes Shopping Centre.
The train journey from Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with parts of the route running through the scenic South Wales Valleys and the English countryside, providing travellers with pleasant views along the way.
Booking trains from Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead is 200 km.
The train station in Merthyr Tydfil that goes to Hemel Hempstead is Merthyr Tydfil station (MER), and it arrives at Hemel Hempstead station (HML).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead.
The first train from Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead leaves at 5:00.
Yes, you can take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead.
The last train from Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead departs at 15:24.
To travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead, you can take a train.
Trains from Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead.
There is no night train service from Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Merthyr Tydfil and Hemel Hempstead
Merthyr Tydfil
Hemel Hempstead
The major train station for departures in Merthyr Tydfil is Merthyr Tydfil. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Merthyr Tydfil for your trip from Merthyr Tydfil to Hemel Hempstead.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:30 - 13:00 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near the station entrance.
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Merthyr Tydfil
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop outside the station
The major train station for arrivals in Hemel Hempstead is Hemel Hempstead. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hemel Hempstead for your journey to Hemel Hempstead from Merthyr Tydfil.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Fishery Wharf Cafe
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Card payment only.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located within the Booking Hall Concourse. All toilet facilities are only available during Booking Office opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 07:30-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Booking Hall Concourse. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 07:30-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Hemel Hempstead
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus stops outside station entrance.
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