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Trains from Merthyr Vale (MEV) to Retford

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15

train journeys
per day

150

miles (243 kms)

5hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

06:50 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Merthyr Vale (MEV) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Merthyr Vale 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 Vale to Retford is approximately 150 miles (243 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 12 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 Vale and Retford.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Merthyr Vale to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Merthyr Vale to Retford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:50
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    12:21
    Merthyr Vale
    Retford
    Merthyr Vale to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:20
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Merthyr Vale
    Retford
    Merthyr Vale to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:50
    5 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    14:18
    Merthyr Vale
    Retford
    Merthyr Vale to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:20
    5 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    14:48
    Merthyr Vale
    Retford
    Merthyr Vale to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    16:16
    Merthyr Vale
    Retford
    Merthyr Vale to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:20
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    16:43
    Merthyr Vale
    Retford
    Merthyr Vale to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:50
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    17:11
    Merthyr Vale
    Retford
    Merthyr Vale to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:50
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    18:03
    Merthyr Vale
    Retford
    Merthyr Vale to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:50
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    19:23
    Merthyr Vale
    Retford
    Merthyr Vale to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:50
    5 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Merthyr Vale
    Retford
    Merthyr Vale to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:50
    5 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    21:30
    Merthyr Vale
    Retford
    Merthyr Vale to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:50
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    21:52
    Merthyr Vale
    Retford
    Merthyr Vale to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:20
    5 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    23:14
    Merthyr Vale
    Retford
    Merthyr Vale to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    18:50
    10 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    05:49
    Merthyr Vale
    Retford
    Merthyr Vale to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    22:50
    11 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    10:19
    Merthyr Vale
    Retford
    Merthyr Vale to Retford

About Merthyr Vale Station

Station name Merthyr Vale (MEV)
Address Merthyr Vale station, Merthyr Street, Merthyr Vale, Merthyr, CF48 4TE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Vale and Retford

The travel time between Merthyr Vale and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Merthyr Vale 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 06:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Merthyr Vale 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 Vale & 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 Vale and Retford.

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