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Risca to Merthyr Tydfil Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Risca to Merthyr Tydfil? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as QAR 27.46, with average prices for this route around QAR 27.46.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
06:37 1h 58m, Changes required Risca & Pontymister	08:35 Merthyr Tydfil	Find Tickets
07:08 1h 57m, Changes required Risca & Pontymister	09:05 Merthyr Tydfil	Find Tickets
07:37 1h 58m, Changes required Risca & Pontymister	09:35 Merthyr Tydfil	Find Tickets
08:08 1h 57m, Changes required Risca & Pontymister	10:05 Merthyr Tydfil	Find Tickets
08:37 1h 58m, Changes required Risca & Pontymister	10:35 Merthyr Tydfil	Find Tickets
09:08 1h 57m, Changes required Risca & Pontymister	11:05 Paris	Find Tickets

Risca to Merthyr Tydfil Train Route Details

First train

06:37

Last train

23:43

Departure station

Risca

Arrival station

Merthyr Tydfil

Journey time

1h 55m

Distance

25 km

Price

QAR 27.46*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Risca to Merthyr Tydfil

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 Risca to Merthyr Tydfil can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit 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 Risca to Merthyr Tydfil, 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 Risca to Merthyr Tydfil 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 Risca to Merthyr Tydfil more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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Risca to Merthyr Tydfil Train prices and times

Risca to Merthyr Tydfil Train Route Details