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Merthyr Tydfil to Abercynon Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Merthyr Tydfil to Abercynon? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £3.80, with average prices for this route around £3.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
17:39 20m, Direct Merthyr Tydfil	17:59 Abercynon	Find Tickets
18:09 20m, Direct Merthyr Tydfil	18:29 Abercynon	Find Tickets
18:39 20m, Direct Merthyr Tydfil	18:59 Abercynon	Find Tickets
19:09 20m, Direct Merthyr Tydfil	19:29 Abercynon	Find Tickets
19:39 20m, Direct Merthyr Tydfil	19:59 Abercynon	Find Tickets
20:09 20m, Direct Merthyr Tydfil	20:29 Paris	Find Tickets

Merthyr Tydfil to Abercynon Train Route Details

First train

06:09

Last train

22:37

Departure station

Merthyr Tydfil

Arrival station

Abercynon

Journey time

20m

Distance

12 km

Price

£3.80*

Train operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Merthyr Tydfil to Abercynon

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Merthyr Tydfil to Abercynon 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

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 Abercynon, 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 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 Abercynon 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

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 Abercynon 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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