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Trains from Merthyr Tydfil (MER) to Thornaby (TBY)

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14

train journeys
per day

212

miles (342 kms)

6hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

06:38 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Merthyr Tydfil (MER) to Thornaby (TBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Merthyr Tydfil and Thornaby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Merthyr Tydfil to Thornaby is approximately 212 miles (342 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 18 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Merthyr Tydfil to Thornaby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Merthyr Tydfil to Thornaby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:38
    6 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    13:28
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Thornaby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    7 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    14:29
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Thornaby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:38
    6 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    15:28
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Thornaby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:08
    7 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    16:30
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Thornaby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:38
    6 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    17:29
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Thornaby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:08
    7 hrs 3 changes
    18:08
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Thornaby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:38
    6 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    18:32
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Thornaby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:38
    6 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    19:27
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Thornaby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:38
    6 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    20:30
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Thornaby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:08
    7 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    22:16
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Thornaby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:38
    6 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    22:27
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Thornaby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:38
    11 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    06:24
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Thornaby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:38
    14 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    10:29
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Thornaby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:38
    12 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    11:31
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Thornaby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Thornaby

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 Thornaby Station

Station name Thornaby (TBY)
Address Thornaby station, Mandale Road, Thornaby, Cleveland, TS17 6AW
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:45
Saturday 05:45 - 19:45
Sunday 09:15 - 17:15
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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Merthyr Tydfil and Thornaby

The travel time between Merthyr Tydfil and Thornaby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Merthyr Tydfil and Thornaby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 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 Thornaby typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Merthyr Tydfil and Thornaby 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 & Thornaby. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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