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Risca & Pontymister to Merthyr Tydfil Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Risca & Pontymister to Merthyr Tydfil? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$11.54, with average prices for this route around AU$11.54.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
23:43 6h 51m, Changes required Risca & Pontymister	06:34 +1 Merthyr Tydfil		Find Tickets

Risca & Pontymister to Merthyr Tydfil Train Route Details

First train

06:37

Last train

23:43

Departure station

Risca & Pontymister

Arrival station

Merthyr Tydfil

Journey time

1h 55m

Distance

25 km

Price

AU$11.54*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Risca & Pontymister to Merthyr Tydfil

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Risca & Pontymister to Merthyr Tydfil during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Risca & Pontymister to Merthyr Tydfil 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 to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Risca & Pontymister to Merthyr Tydfil, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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 Risca & Pontymister to Merthyr Tydfil more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Risca & Pontymister to Merthyr Tydfil 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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Risca & Pontymister to Merthyr Tydfil Train prices and times

Risca & Pontymister to Merthyr Tydfil Train Route Details