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Trains from Merthyr Tydfil (MER) to Retford

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15

train journeys
per day

149

miles (240 kms)

5hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

06:38 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Merthyr Tydfil (MER) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Merthyr Tydfil and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Merthyr Tydfil to Retford is approximately 149 miles (240 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 24 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Merthyr Tydfil and Retford.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Merthyr Tydfil to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Merthyr Tydfil to Retford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:38
    5 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    12:21
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Retford
    Merthyr Tydfil to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:08
    5 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Retford
    Merthyr Tydfil to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:38
    5 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    14:18
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Retford
    Merthyr Tydfil to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:08
    5 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    14:48
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Retford
    Merthyr Tydfil to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:38
    5 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    16:16
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Retford
    Merthyr Tydfil to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:08
    5 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    16:43
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Retford
    Merthyr Tydfil to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:38
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    17:11
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Retford
    Merthyr Tydfil to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:38
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    18:03
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Retford
    Merthyr Tydfil to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:38
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    19:23
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Retford
    Merthyr Tydfil to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:38
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Retford
    Merthyr Tydfil to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:38
    5 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    21:30
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Retford
    Merthyr Tydfil to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:38
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    21:52
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Retford
    Merthyr Tydfil to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:08
    6 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    23:14
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Retford
    Merthyr Tydfil to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    18:38
    11 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    05:49
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Retford
    Merthyr Tydfil to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    22:38
    11 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    10:19
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Retford
    Merthyr Tydfil to Retford

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

About Retford Station

Station name Retford (RET)
Address Retford station, Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 13:00
Saturday 06:00 - 13:00
Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Merthyr Tydfil and Retford

The travel time between Merthyr Tydfil and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Merthyr Tydfil and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Merthyr Tydfil & Retford. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Merthyr Tydfil and Retford.

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