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Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as CNY 46.67, with average prices for this route around CNY 46.67. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
06:42 2h 23m, Changes required Skewen	09:05 Merthyr Tydfil	Find Tickets
07:34 2h 31m, Changes required Skewen	10:05 Merthyr Tydfil	Find Tickets
07:40 2h 55m, Changes required Skewen	10:35 Merthyr Tydfil	Find Tickets
08:38 2h 27m, Changes required Skewen	11:05 Merthyr Tydfil	Find Tickets
08:43 2h 52m, Changes required Skewen	11:35 Merthyr Tydfil	Find Tickets
09:38 2h 27m, Changes required Skewen	12:05 Paris	Find Tickets

Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil Train Route Details

First train

00:18

Last train

22:39

Departure station

Skewen

Arrival station

Merthyr Tydfil

Journey time

2h 23m

Distance

34 km

Price

CNY 46.67*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Skewen 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 Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Skewen 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 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 Skewen 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%

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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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

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Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil Train prices and times

Skewen to Merthyr Tydfil Train Route Details