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Trip Overview

The average train between Axminster and Merthyr Tydfil takes 5h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 28m
Duration
164 mi
Distance
£80
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil train times

Trains run hourly between Axminster and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 12:19 AM at night, and the last departure from Axminster is at 11:24 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 9:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 5h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales10h 27m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales10h 9m • 3 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 42m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 25m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 36m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 28m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 42m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 25m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 36m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 28m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 42m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 25m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 36m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 28m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 11m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 24m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 54m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 29m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 22m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 24m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 24m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 24m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales9h 13m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 42m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 25m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 36m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 164.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Axminster, England and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a train from Axminster to Merthyr Tydfil via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Temple Meads, and Cardiff Central in around 4h 31m.

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