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Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil Train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil, starting from £5.50 and averaging £5.50. The entire journey takes no more than 58m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:34 Cardiff Queen Street | 06:34 Merthyr Tydfil |  | Find Tickets |
06:04 Cardiff Queen Street | 07:04 Merthyr Tydfil | | Find Tickets |
06:35 Cardiff Queen Street | 07:34 Merthyr Tydfil | | Find Tickets |
07:04 Cardiff Queen Street | 08:05 Merthyr Tydfil | | Find Tickets |
07:34 Cardiff Queen Street | 08:35 Merthyr Tydfil | | Find Tickets |
08:04 Cardiff Queen Street | 09:05 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil Train Route Details
First train
05:34
Last train
22:30
Journey time
58m
Distance
33 km
Price
£5.50*
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.