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Wakefield Westgate to Merthyr Tydfil train prices and times

Planning a journey from Wakefield Westgate to Merthyr Tydfil? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £23.90, with average prices for this route around £49.30. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:23 Wakefield Westgate	12:04 Merthyr Tydfil	5h 41m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:35 Wakefield Westgate	14:04 Merthyr Tydfil	7h 29m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:23 Wakefield Westgate	13:04 Merthyr Tydfil	5h 41m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:36 Wakefield Westgate	14:04 Merthyr Tydfil	6h 28m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:55 Wakefield Westgate	15:04 Merthyr Tydfil	7h 9m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:29 Wakefield Westgate	15:04 Paris	6h 35m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Wakefield Westgate to Merthyr Tydfil train route details

First train

06:23

Last train

18:35

Departure station

Wakefield Westgate

Arrival station

Merthyr Tydfil

Journey time

5h 35m

Distance

156 miles

Price

£23.90*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Wakefield Westgate to Merthyr Tydfil

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Wakefield Westgate 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.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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

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 Wakefield Westgate to Merthyr Tydfil ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Wakefield Westgate to Merthyr Tydfil more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Wakefield Westgate to Merthyr Tydfil train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Wakefield Westgate to Merthyr Tydfil with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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Wakefield Westgate to Merthyr Tydfil train prices and times

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