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Trains from Maidstone West (MDW) to Merthyr Tydfil (MER)

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29

train journeys
per day

170

miles (274 kms)

5hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

04:55 / 23:37

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Maidstone West (MDW) to Merthyr Tydfil (MER)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Maidstone West and Merthyr Tydfil , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil is approximately 170 miles (274 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 13 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Maidstone West and Merthyr Tydfil.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    04:55
    5 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    10:29
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:30
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    10:59
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:00
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    11:29
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:54
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    11:59
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:00
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    12:29
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:54
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    12:59
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:00
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    13:29
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:30
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    13:59
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:06
    5 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    14:29
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:36
    5 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    14:59
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:00
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    15:29
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:30
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    15:59
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:00
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    16:29
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:30
    5 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    17:00
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:00
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    17:29
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:30
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    17:59
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:00
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    18:29
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:30
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    18:59
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:00
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    19:29
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:30
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    19:59
    Maidstone West
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Maidstone West to Merthyr Tydfil

About Maidstone West Station

Station name Maidstone West (MDW)
Address Maidstone West station, Station Approach, off The Broadway, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8RJ
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 12:50
Saturday 06:10 - 12:50
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Maidstone West and Merthyr Tydfil

The travel time between Maidstone West and Merthyr Tydfil by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Maidstone West and Merthyr Tydfil vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:55, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:37.

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

Amenities on trains between Maidstone West 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 Maidstone West & Merthyr Tydfil. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Maidstone West and Merthyr Tydfil.

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