The average train between Merthyr Tydfil and Perth takes 11h 10m and the fastest train takes 8h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Merthyr Tydfil to Perth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Merthyr Tydfil and Perth. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Merthyr Tydfil is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Perth at 5:55 PM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 11h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to Perth? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Perth. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil station and arriving at Perth station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.
Merthyr Tydfil to Perth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Merthyr Tydfil to Perth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Perth station.
Book your Merthyr Tydfil to Perth train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Perth is 516.8 km. The road distance is 734 km.
You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Perth via Cardiff Central, Crewe, and Haymarket in around 10h 18m.