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Trains from Reading to Merthyr Vale (MEV)

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28

train journeys
per day

102

miles (165 kms)

2hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

00:15 / 00:33

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Reading to Merthyr Vale (MEV)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Merthyr Vale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Merthyr Vale is approximately 102 miles (165 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 10 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Merthyr Vale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Merthyr Vale Today

  • Mon 27th May
    00:15
    7 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    07:45
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    05:49
    3 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    09:15
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    07:13
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    09:45
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    07:39
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    10:15
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    08:13
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    08:43
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    11:15
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    09:13
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    11:45
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    09:43
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    12:15
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    10:13
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    12:45
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    10:40
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    13:15
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    11:13
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    13:45
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    11:41
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    14:15
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    12:13
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    14:45
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    12:40
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    15:15
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    13:13
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    15:45
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    13:40
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    16:15
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    14:13
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    16:45
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    14:40
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    17:15
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    15:13
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    17:45
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 27th May
    15:41
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    18:15
    Reading
    Merthyr Vale
    Reading to Merthyr Vale

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 Available

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Merthyr Vale

The travel time between Reading and Merthyr Vale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Merthyr Vale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:33.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading & Merthyr Vale. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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