The average train between Merthyr Vale and Cardiff takes 40 min and the fastest train takes 38 min. There is an hourly train service from Merthyr Vale to Cardiff. 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 hourly between Merthyr Vale and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Merthyr Vale is at 10:47 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 11:28 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 40 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Merthyr Vale station and arriving at Cardiff station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 40 min.
Merthyr Vale to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Vale station.
Merthyr Vale to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cathays station.
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The distance between Merthyr Vale and Cardiff is 25.6 km. The road distance is 29 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Merthyr Vale to Cathays hourly. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 41 min.
