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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pontypridd to Merthyr Vale
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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
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
FAQs: Pontypridd to Merthyr Vale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pontypridd to Merthyr Vale 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 Vale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
There is no night train service from Pontypridd to Merthyr Vale.
Booking trains from Pontypridd to Merthyr Vale in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To fully experience the scenic beauty and historical significance of Merthyr Vale, visitors typically spend around 1 to 2 days.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Pontypridd to Merthyr Vale.
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Important Stations and Airports in Pontypridd and Merthyr Vale
Pontypridd
Merthyr Vale
The major train station for departures in Pontypridd is Pontypridd. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Pontypridd for your trip from Pontypridd to Merthyr Vale.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 14:15 Saturday 08:30 - 16:45 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access from Broadway to Platform 1 and 2 (to Cardiff) via a lift. Step free access to Platform 3 (to Treherbert, Merthyr and Aberdare) via a moderately steep ramp from High Street. Access between Platforms 1, 2 and 3 is via a footbridge with lifts
- Accessible public telephones: On platform 1
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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 Pontypridd
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the main entrance adjacent to the taxi rank
The major train station for arrivals in Merthyr Vale is Merthyr Vale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Merthyr Vale for your journey to Merthyr Vale from Pontypridd.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access via ramps to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) and to Platform 2 (to Merthyr Tydfil). Access between the platforms is via the roadbridge on Station Square
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Merthyr Vale
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops near Gray's Place
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