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Merthyr Tydfil to Birmingham New Street train prices and times

Planning a journey from Merthyr Tydfil to Birmingham New Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 41.13, with average prices for this route around NZD 42.77. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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06:09
Merthyr Tydfil
09:45
Birmingham New Street
3h 36m, No directTransport for WalesCrossCountry
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06:39
Merthyr Tydfil
09:55
Birmingham New Street
3h 16m, No directTransport for WalesGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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07:09
Merthyr Tydfil
10:19
Birmingham New Street
3h 10m, No directTransport for WalesGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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07:09
Merthyr Tydfil
10:45
Birmingham New Street
3h 36m, No directTransport for WalesCrossCountry
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07:39
Merthyr Tydfil
10:55
Birmingham New Street
3h 16m, No directTransport for WalesGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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08:09
Merthyr Tydfil
11:19
Paris
3h 10m, No directTransport for WalesGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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Merthyr Tydfil to Birmingham New Street train route details

First train
First train
06:09
Last train
Last train
22:39
Departure station
Departure station
Merthyr Tydfil
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham New Street
Journey time
Journey time
3h 9m
Distance
Distance
130 km
Price
Price
NZD 41.13*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Merthyr Tydfil to Birmingham New Street

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Merthyr Tydfil to Birmingham New Street. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Merthyr Tydfil to Birmingham New Street 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%

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 Merthyr Tydfil to Birmingham New Street, 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%

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 Merthyr Tydfil to Birmingham New Street 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

Group travels 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 Birmingham New Street train ticket types

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