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Merthyr Tydfil to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Merthyr Tydfil to Edinburgh, starting from €96.31 and averaging €309.74. The entire journey takes no more than 7h 39m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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16:39
16h 45m, Changes required
Merthyr Tydfil
09:24
+1
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Transport for WalesGreat Western RailwayCrossCountryLNER
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21:09
12h 32m, Changes required
Merthyr Tydfil
09:41
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Edinburgh (Waverley)
Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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21:09
13h 9m, Changes required
Merthyr Tydfil
10:18
+1
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast
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22:37
13h, Changes required
Merthyr Tydfil
11:37
+1
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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22:37
13h 43m, Changes required
Merthyr Tydfil
12:20
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Paris
Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast
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Merthyr Tydfil to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:39
Last train
Last train
22:37
Departure station
Departure station
Merthyr Tydfil
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
7h 39m
Distance
Distance
469 km
Price
Price
€96.31*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Merthyr Tydfil to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

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 Edinburgh can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Merthyr Tydfil to Edinburgh for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Edinburgh, 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Merthyr Tydfil to Edinburgh ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Merthyr Tydfil to Edinburgh train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.