The average train between Perth and Merthyr Tydfil takes 11h 39m and the fastest train takes 8h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Perth 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Perth and Merthyr Tydfil. The earliest departure is at 7:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Merthyr Tydfil at 2:03 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 11h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Perth 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.
No, there is no direct train from Perth to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 39m.
Perth to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Perth to Merthyr Tydfil train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Perth and Merthyr Tydfil is 516.8 km. The road distance is 734 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Merthyr Tydfil via Haymarket, Crewe, and Cardiff Central in around 10h 10m.