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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Merthyr Tydfil (MER)

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34

train journeys
per day

20

miles (32 kms)

59 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 23:53

first / last train

33

direct trains

1

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Merthyr Tydfil (MER)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Merthyr Tydfil , with 33 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 1 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil is approximately 20 miles (32 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 9 mins.

Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Merthyr Tydfil.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil. The fastest journey time on this route takes 59 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:30
    1 hrs Direct
    06:30
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:00
    59 mins Direct
    06:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:30
    59 mins Direct
    07:29
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:00
    59 mins Direct
    07:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:30
    59 mins Direct
    08:29
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:00
    59 mins Direct
    08:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:30
    59 mins Direct
    09:29
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:00
    59 mins Direct
    09:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:30
    59 mins Direct
    10:29
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:00
    59 mins Direct
    10:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:30
    59 mins Direct
    11:29
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:00
    59 mins Direct
    11:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:30
    59 mins Direct
    12:29
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:00
    59 mins Direct
    12:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:30
    59 mins Direct
    13:29
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:00
    59 mins Direct
    13:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:30
    59 mins Direct
    14:29
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:00
    59 mins Direct
    14:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:30
    59 mins Direct
    15:29
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:00
    59 mins Direct
    15:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Merthyr Tydfil Station

Station name Merthyr Tydfil (MER)
Address Merthyr Tydfil station, Tramroad Side, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr, CF47 0AG
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:30 - 13:00
Tuesday 07:30 - 13:00
Wednesday 07:30 - 13:00
Thursday 07:30 - 13:00
Friday 07:30 - 13:00
Saturday 07:30 - 13:00
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Merthyr Tydfil

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Merthyr Tydfil by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Merthyr Tydfil vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Merthyr Tydfil typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Merthyr Tydfil can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 33 direct services per day from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil

Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Merthyr Tydfil.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Merthyr Tydfil, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.