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Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay, starting from £5.50 and averaging £5.50. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 12m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
06:09 Merthyr Tydfil	07:24 Cardiff Bay	1h 15m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:39 Merthyr Tydfil	07:54 Cardiff Bay	1h 15m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:09 Merthyr Tydfil	08:24 Cardiff Bay	1h 15m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:39 Merthyr Tydfil	08:54 Cardiff Bay	1h 15m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:09 Merthyr Tydfil	09:24 Cardiff Bay	1h 15m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:39 Merthyr Tydfil	09:54 Paris	1h 15m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay Train Route Details

First train

06:09

Last train

22:39

Departure station

Merthyr Tydfil

Arrival station

Cardiff Bay

Journey time

1h 12m

Distance

22 miles

Price

£5.50*

Train operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Bay more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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