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Merthyr Tydfil to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Merthyr Tydfil to Birmingham New Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €16.32, with average prices for this route around €16.32. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
18:39 Merthyr Tydfil | 21:54 Birmingham New Street |   | Find Tickets |
19:09 Merthyr Tydfil | 22:46 Birmingham New Street | | Find Tickets |
20:09 Merthyr Tydfil | 23:54 Birmingham New Street |  | Find Tickets |
20:09 Merthyr Tydfil | 00:02 +1Birmingham New Street | | Find Tickets |
22:37 Merthyr Tydfil | 07:55 +1Birmingham New Street | | Find Tickets |
22:37 Merthyr Tydfil | 08:45 +1Paris | | Find Tickets |
Merthyr Tydfil to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details
First train
06:09
Last train
22:37
Journey time
3h 10m
Distance
130 km
Price
€16.32*
How to book cheap train tickets from Merthyr Tydfil to Birmingham New Street
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Merthyr Tydfil to Birmingham New Street 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 Merthyr Tydfil to Birmingham New Street 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 to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Merthyr Tydfil to Birmingham New Street, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Merthyr Tydfil to Birmingham New Street ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
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.
Merthyr Tydfil to Birmingham New Street train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.