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Trains from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil (MER)

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32

train journeys
per day

49

miles (79 kms)

2hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 23:31

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil (MER)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Gloucester and Merthyr Tydfil , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil is approximately 49 miles (79 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 2 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Gloucester and Merthyr Tydfil.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 23 mins.

Journeys from Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:48
    2 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    08:29
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:16
    2 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    08:59
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:53
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    09:29
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:00
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    09:59
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:58
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    10:29
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:27
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    10:59
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:58
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    11:29
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:27
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    11:59
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:58
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    12:29
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:27
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    12:59
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:53
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    13:29
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:28
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    13:59
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:59
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    14:29
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:27
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    14:59
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:06
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    15:29
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:27
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    15:59
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:59
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    16:29
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:27
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    17:00
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:57
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    17:29
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:27
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    17:59
    Gloucester
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Gloucester to Merthyr Tydfil

About Gloucester Station

Station name Gloucester (GCR)
Address Gloucester station, Bruton Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1DE
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 09:00 - 18:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Gloucester and Merthyr Tydfil

The travel time between Gloucester and Merthyr Tydfil by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 2 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gloucester and Merthyr Tydfil vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:31.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Gloucester & Merthyr Tydfil. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Gloucester and Merthyr Tydfil.

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