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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 2 trains that leave Swansea for Merthyr Tydfil every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 34 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Live departures
Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil trains for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:41 Swansea | 2h48 | 10:29 Merthyr Tydfil | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 November | |||||
| 05:31 Swansea | 2h34 | 08:05 Merthyr Tydfil | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil
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Trains from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 03:38 |
Last train 22:36 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, first_great_western from Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil trainsTransport for Wales, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and Merthyr Tydfil from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Swansea to Merthyr Tydfil train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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 Swansea and Merthyr Tydfil
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: on concourse
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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 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: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
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Information Desk- 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
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